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01-121��ICI�:�A,L Council File # 0 � � ,a•� Green Sheet # �°a� �.� RESOLUTION MINNESOTA 59 1 WHEREAS, Citizen Service Office, Division of Code Enforcement has requested the City Council 2 to hold public hearings to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering the repair or wrecking and 3 removal of a rivo-story, wood frame dwelling located on properry hereinafter referred to as the "Subj ect 4 Properiy" and commonly known as 676 Edmund Avenue. This properiy is legally described as follows, to 5 wit: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 The West 28.17 feet of Lot 15, Block 1, Syndicate No. 2 Addition. WHEREAS, based upon the records in the Ramsey County Recorder's Office and information obtained by Division of Code Enfarcement on or befare September 20, 2000, the following aze the now lrnown interested or responsible parties for the Subject Properiy: Dawn M. Anderson, Exel Inn, 1739 Old Hudson Rd., Saint Paul, MN 55106; Option One Mortgage, P.O. Box 57076, Irvine, CA 92076 WHEREAS, Division of Code Enforcement has served in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code an order identified as an "Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s)" dated November 09, 2000; and WHEREAS, this order informed the then lrnown interested or responsible parties that the structure located on the Subject Property is a nuisance building(s) pursuant to Chapter 45; and WHEREAS, this order informed the interested or responsible parties that they must repair or demolish the structure located on the Subject Properiy by December 11, 2000; and WHEREAS, the enforcement officer has posted a placard on the Subject Property declaring this building(s) to constitute a nuisance condition; subj ect to demolition; and WHEREAS, this nuisance condition has not been conected and Division of Code Enforcement requested that the City Clerk schedule public hearings before the Legislative Hearing Officer of the City Council and the Saint Paul City Council; and WHEREAS, the interested and responsible parties have been served notice in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, of the time, date, place and purpose of the public hearings; and WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Legislative Hearing Officer of the Saint Paul City Council on Tuesday, January 16, 2001 to hear testunony and evidence, and after receiving testimony and evidence, made the recommendation to approve the request to order the interested or responsible parties to make the Subject Properiy safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and removing the structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The rehabilitation or demolition of the structure to be completed within fifteen (15) days after the date of the Council Hearing; and OR _ o�-�a.i 1 WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Saint Paul City Council on Wednesday, February 7, 2 2001 and the testunony and evidence including the action taken by the Legislative Hearing Officer was considered by the Council; now therefore 4 5 BE IT RESOLVED, that based upon the testimony and evidence presented at the above referenced 6 public hearings, the Saint Paul City Council hereby adopts the following Findings and Order conceming 7 the Subject Property at 676 Edmund Avenue: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. That the Subject Property comprises a nuisance condition as defined in Saint Paul Legislative Code, Chapter 45. That the costs of demolition and removal of this building(s) is estimated to exceed three thousand dollazs ($3,000.00). That there now exists and has existed multiple Housing or Building code violations at the Subj ect Property. That an Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) was sent to the then known responsible parties to correct the deficiencies or to demolish and remove the building(s). That the deficiencies causing this nuisance condition have not been corrected. That Division of Code Enforcement has posted a placard on the Subject Property which declares it to be a nuisance condition subject to demolition. That this building has been routinely monitored by the Citizen Service Offices, Division of Code Enforcement, Vacant/Nuisance Buildings. That the known interested parties and owners are as previously stated in this resolution and that the notification requirements of Chapter 45 have been fulfilled. •�� ' The Saint Paul City Council hereby makes the following order: The above referenced interested or responsible parties shall make the Subject Property safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure and correcting all deficiencies as prescribed in the above referenced Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) in accardance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and removing the structure in accardance with all applicable codes and ardinances. The rehabilitation or demolition and removal of the structure must be completed within fifteen (15) days after the date of the Council Hearing. 2. If the above corrective action is not completed within tlus period of time the Citizen Service Office, Division of Code Enforcement is hereby authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to demolish and remove this struchxre, fill the site and charge the costs incurred against the Subject Property pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. . j �1'i4�j /i ';.1 S�'1 i v 1 i� F"� a� -111 1 3. In the event the building is to be demolished and removed by the City of Saint Paul, all personal 2 property or fiactures of any kind which interfere with the demolition and removal shall be removed 3 from the property by the responsible parties by the end of this time period. If all personal property 4 is not removed, it shall be considered to be abandoned and the City of Saint Paul shall remove and 5 dispose of such property as provided by law. 4. It is fiirther ordered, that a copy of this resolution be mailed to the owners and interested parties in accordance with Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. Adopted by Council: Date �� c"3oo � Adoption Certified by Council Secretary Requested by Department of: Citizen Service Office; Code Enforcement By: � Form Approved by City Attorney � By: �/ "��K n B y' �, � —�'[ ---�-- Approved by Mayor: Date ��i �l 2s�/ Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council By: �� l'�,� B �vl,✓l� v�Zo,�i Division of Code Enforcement I 12/22/00 �rrtncr a�son� a Ptar� Michael R Morehead 266-8439 MUSTBEONCOLM(7LAGB�i]ABY(OATq � Wednesday, February 7, 2001 � �� TOTAL # OF SIGNATURE PAGES o \ -1�-� GREEN SHEET No 1 Q�� 4 �..�� a„�w.K.. ,anwnonav 'M"V ❑arvetac_ �� a l i y�ae(aeWanwrl� � (CL1P ALL �OCATIONS FOR SIGNATUR� City Council to pass this resolution which will order the owner(s) to remove or repair the referenced building(s). ff the owner fails to comply with the resolution, the Citizen Service Office, Division of Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. The subject property is located at 676 Edmund Avenue. PUINNING CAMMISSION CIB COMMITTEE CIVIL SERVICE CAMMISSION Hac fhic o�sw�rrm euw wwkea �n�. a wnaaa ramis aepamnen�a YES NO Fias tFxs DnaoMrm e�er been a cib �WoY�"7 , YES NO Dces Mis P� D� a siull not rwmd�YP�� bY �Y curteM ciN emPbYee9 Y6 NO Is tlxs peBONfirm a tergeted veMOY! YES NO This building(s) is a nuisance building(s) as defined in Chapter 45 and a vacant building as defined in Chapter 43 of ' the Saint Paul Legislative Code. The owners, interested parties and responsible parties lrnown to the Enforcement "" Officer were given an order to repair or remove the building at 676 Edmund Avenue by December 11, 2000, and have failed to comply with those orders. The City will eliminate a nuisance. 1 � # � JISADVANTAGES IFAPPROVED The City will spend funds to wreck and remove this building(s). These costs will be assessed to the property, A nuisance condition will remain unabated in the City. This building(s) will continue to blight the community. rwwsncnori s .r �,vvv - .o�,v�� .. . • .. . .. '..". iNFOananoN (owwM COSTRtEVENUE 8UO6E7ED (CIRCLE ONE) � YE3 J � NO ACTMTYNUMBER ��7�i� �ICe�i `� � a� -li1 LEGISLATIVE HEARING REPORT OF 1-16-01 Page 1 REPORT LEGISLATIVE HEARING Date: January 16, 2001 Time: 10:00 a.m. Place: Room 330 City Hall 15 West Kelloga Boulevard Gerry Strathman Legislative Hearing Officer Resolption ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 676 Edmu Avenue. If the owner fails to comply with the resolution, Code Enforcement fis ordered to remove the building. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended approval. 2. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 1205 Edgerton Street. If the owner faffs to comply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. (Laid over from January 2, 2001) Legislative Hearing Officer recommended granting the owner six months to complete rehabilitation provided the following is completed by noon on 7anuary 24, 2001: 1) vacant building fee is paid ; 2) a code compliance inspection is completed; and 3) a $2,000 bond is posted. 3. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 964 Woodbridge Street If the owner fails to eomply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the February 20, 2001, Legislative Hearing. 4. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 452 Edmund Avenue. If the owner fails to eomply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the February 6, 2001, Legislative Hearing. 5. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 508 Sherburne Avenue. If the owner fails to comply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. (Laid over from December 19, 2000) Legislative Hearing Officer recoxnxuended approval. MINLTTES OF'THE LEGISLATIVE HEARING �}.. �y� Tuesday, January 16, 2001 10:00 a.m. Room 330 Courthouse Gerry Strathman, Legislative Hearing Officer The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. STAFF PRESENT: Steve Magner, Code Enforcement Logan Moore, Code Enforcement 1. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 964 WoodbridEe Street If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Tom Severin, owner of the properry, appeazed. (Steve Magner presented photographs of the property to Gerry Strathxnan for his review) Steve Magner reported this properiy is a two story, wood frame duplex, with a detached two stall wood frame garage. According to their files this has been a vacant building since November 29, 1999. The current property owner is Duane Thomas Severin, per Ramsey County Properly Records and Revenue. There have been four suxmnary abatements wluch were the following: to secure the dwelling, remove brush, cut tall grass and weeds, and remove snow and ice from the sidewalk. On November 1, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on November 14, 2000, with a compliance date of December 14, 2000. As of this date (7anuary 16, 2001), this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The vacant building fees aze due and owing, real estate taxes are paid, and Taxation has placed an estimated market value of $58, 300. As of this date, code inspection has not been applied for and a bond has not been posted. Code Enforcement Officers estnnate the cost to repair this structure in excess of $60,000 and demolition to be between $8,000 - $9,000. Tom Severin, owner, said he plans to sell his house as soon as possible and has listed it with a Real Estate Agent. Gerry Strathman asked whether or not Code Enforcement had any problems wiffi this property so that enforcement could wait a while in order for this sale to be completed. Mr. Magner responded the City doesn't have a problem with laying this matter over for a short period of time in order to close on a purchase agreement; however, his main concem is that the new purchaser is made awaze of the requirements, such as the vacant building fees, the code inspection and posting of a bond. Since the plan is to sell this building for rehabilitation, Mr. Strathman recommended to layover this matter to the February 20, 2001, Legislarive Hearing. Legislative Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 at-�a-1 Page 2 Mr. Magner requested if the property is sold, the new purchaser must appear at the Legislative Hearing on February 20, 2001, with the bond posted, code compliance and vacantbuilding fees paid. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the February 20, 2001, Legislative Hearing. 2. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 676 Edmund Avenue. If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Dawn Anderson, current owner of the properiy, and Paul Weingazden, representing Oprion One Mortgage Company, appeazed. (Steve Magner presented photographs of the properiy to Gerry Strathman for his review) Steve Magner reported the building at this property is a two story wood frame dwelling. According to their files, the building has been vacant since March 1, 2000. The current property owner is Dawn M. Anderson, per Ramsey County Property Records and Revenue. There haue been-eight sununary abatement notices issued, which aze the following: to secure the front door from entry, remove broken glass, plastic, wood, metal, and debris from yazd, remove snow ice from sidewalk and cut tall grass and weeds. On October 31, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on November 9, 2000, with a compliance date of December 11, 2000. As of this date this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The vacant building fees are due and owing; real estate taxes are unpaid in the amount of $753.02, Taxation has placed an estimated market value of $37,200. On December 18, 2000, a code compliance inspection was done and as of this date (January 16, 2001), the $2,000.00 bond has not been posted. Code Enforcement Officers estimate the cost to repair this structure is in excess of $50,000 and the es6mated cost to demolish is between $7,000 - $8,000. The owner, Dawn Anderson, was in control of the property when a fire occurred, which started this process said Mr. Magner. She was given additional time by Code Enfarcement to rehabilitate this structure and has not been successful in getting that accomplished. This has been a problematic property in the neighborhood and they have received numerous calls and complaints. Paul Weingazden said his client, Option One Mortgage Company, has ordered the property to be inspected, secured, and a complete appraisal to determine the extent of the damages. Dawn Anderson, current owner, clarified that there was a Sre in her home on February 5, 2000, which she filed a claim with her insurance company. Option One Mortgage still holds some of the money from the clann, which has been applied to her mortgage. Ms. Anderson hired a contractor to do the repair work but he absconded with the money. She is currently hying to obtain financing through the City to make the repairs because she is unable to get Legislarive Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 any other type of loans due to her financial status. 0�-13�1 Page 3 In response to Mr. Weingazden's question, Mr. ivi'�gner estimated the cost for rehabilitation of the house to be atound $50,000. The conhactor had replaced a few of the windows, but the interior of the house is gutted. This property has had numerous violations and issues over the years and will need a lot of maintenance. Mr. Weingazden requested that the Legislative Hearing Officer �anY additional time to finish the appraisal and inspection to determine if the building can be rehabilitated. Gerry Strathman recommended approval of the order to remove or repair within fifteen days and his recommendation will be presented at the City Council Meeting on February 7, 2001. Gerry Strathman recommended approvai. 3. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 1205 Edgerton Street. If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Paul Weingarden, representing Chase Manhattan Bank, appeared. (Steve Magner presented photographs of the property to Gerry Strathman for his review) Steve Magner reported this property is a two story wood frame single family dwelling. According to their files, the building was condemned and has been a vacant building since May 25, 1999. The current property owner is Ruthie White, per Ramsey County Property Records and Revenue. Information has been received that Ms. White lost the building to a mortgage company. There have been ten sumttiary abatement notices issued, which are the following: to secure the building, cut the grass, remove broken tree limbs, remove snow and ice from the sidewalk. On October 25, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on October 31, 200Q with a compliance date of November 30, 2000. As of this date (Januaty 16, 2001) this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The City has had Yo board this building Yo secure it against trespass, the vacant building fees are due and owing, real estate tazces have been paid; and Taacation has placed a estimated market value of $64,500. As of this date, a code compliance inspection and bond have not been applied for. Code Enforcement Officers estimate the cost to repair this structure is $30,000 with the estixnate cost to demolish is between $7,000 -$8,000. Paul Weingarden, representing the Chase Manhattan Bank, said they were advised of a fire at this property and filed a fire claun along with Ms. White. The fire was deemed by the insurance company to be of suspicious origin and ultimately her claim was denied, however, the bank's claim was approved. Under the terms of the mortgage Chase Manhattan Bank had to give Ms. Wlute notice that the claim money was applied to the ]oan. Thus, Chase Manhattan commenced a foreclosure and the period of redemption will e�ire the first week in February. Ms. White has left the state and her last lmown address was in Indiana. The Legislative Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 �t �,�' Page 4 properry has been reviewed and find it to be rehabilitatable. Mr. Weingazden also indicated that he has a check to pay the vacant building fees. Mr. Magner recommended that if additional time of 180 days is granted by the Legislarive Hearing Office, he would like to see the bond and code inspection in place. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended granting the owner sis months to complete rehabilitation provided the following is completed by noon on January �4, 200I: 1) vacant building fee is paid; 2) a code compliance inspection is completed; and 3) a $2,000 bond is posted. (Gerry Strathman clarified that if additional rime was needed beyond January 24, he would recommend thaY the City Council lay it over to February 7, 2001.) 4. Resotution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 452 Edmund Avenue. If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Paul Weingarden, representing Option One Mortgage Company, appeazed. (Steve Magner presented photographs to Gerry Strathman for his review). Steve Magner reported this property is a two story, wood frame dwelling, which has been vacant, according to our records, has been vacant since August 2, 2000. CurrenY properry owner is Brandon J. Carlton and the mortgage companies. There have been four summary abatements issued to cnt tall grass and weeds, remove snow and ice. On November 8, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on November 21, 2000, with a compliance date of December 22, 2000. As of this date this property remains in a condirion which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The vacant building registrarion fees are due and owing, real estate taxes aze unpaid in the amount of $745. Tasation has placed an estimated market value of $37,000. As o£ this date a bond or code inspection have not been applied for or posted. The Code Enforcement Officers estimate the repairs of the structure to be in excess of $45,000 and with the esiimated cost to demolish between $7,000 -$8,000. One oTher note of interest to this building is that there has been a long history with maintenance issues and with problemaric occupants in tlus dwelling. It also has a foundation failure, which is difficult to see on the photographs. Paul Weingarden said Option One Mortgage Company has ardered that this building be secured, reviewed and ordered an appraisal to determine whether or not the properiy can be saved. He requested approximately one month's time so tYus matter can be reviewed. This also has been sent to lus office for foreclosure. Mr. IvEagner also requested that the snow be removed from the sidewalk on this properiy and Mr. Weingarden assured him that his client has ordered the building to be secured and winterized, etc. a � -}}t Legislarive Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 Page S Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the Febraary 6, 2001, LegisIative Hearing. 5. Resolation ordering the owner to remove or repair the bnilding at 508 Sherbnrne Avenne. If the owner fails to comply with the resolntion, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. (Laid over from December 19, 2000) Thien Van Tran, owner of the property, appeared. Steve Magner said this property was laid over from December 19, 2000. Per the Legislative Hearing Officer's requesY on December 19, 2000, he and Don Wagner inspected the property on Jauuary 4, 2001, and found the property to be occupied by the owner without ruuuing water and heated with a heating unit that does not vent into the clunuiey or to the outside of the dweliing which constitutes an unsafe, hazardous condition. The only work that has been completed by the owner on the house, is the main roof covering, some floor covering, and some minor painting. Subsequently, he and another inspector went out fo the dwelling on January 10, 2001, and met with the owner, who admitted that he had been staying on the property. Mr. Tran has been issued a citation for illegal occupancy in a condemned registered vacant building. Mr. Magner said he has tried to explain to the owner that this is a safety issue and he needs to vacate. Mr. Magner recommends approval of the request to repair or remove within fifteen days due to the lack ofwork completed within one year. There are numerous deficiencies and violarions that are outstanding. Thien Van Tran said the informarion he received from the company that manufactured the heater indicates that it is not necessary to vent. Gerry Strathman indicated after hearing Mr. Magner's report it suggests Mr. Tran is still a long way firom accomplishing the repairs and asked what his plans were to rehabilitate. Mr. Tran responded that he has had financial difficulties due to expenses associated with travel arrangements for his wife to visit her father who was ill and then he later passed away. The money he had saued for the purpose o£rehabilitation had to be used for these eapenses, and he requested additional tune to try to get funding. Mr. Magner said he believes the properry cou2d be rehabilitated, but he believes the owner is dealing with a monetary issue and doesn't haue the financial resources to do the work and post the bond. Gerry Strathman said he is recommending at the 7anuary 24, 2001, City Council Meeting to remove br repair the building within 15 days and if Mr. Tran flas a pIan to rehabilitate the building, including the finances, he should be present at this meeting. Legislative Hearing recommended approval. The meeting was adjoumed at 10:50 a.m. C(TIZEN SERVICE OFFICE CITY OF SAII�I'f PAUL Norm Coleman, Mayor December 22, 2000 Fred Owusu, Ciry Clerk DIVISION OF PROPERTY CODE ENFORCEMENT �� 1� � Michnel R Morehead, Program bfanager Nuisance Building Code Enforcement I S W. Kellogg Bird. Rm. l90 Te1: 6�7-166-8440 Saint Paul, �5510? Faz- 651-2bb8426 NOTTCE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Council President and Members of the City Council Citizen Service Office, Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Enforcement Division has requested the City Council schedule public hearings to consider a resolution ordering the repair or removal of the nuisance building(s) located at: 676 Edmund Avenue The City Council has scheduled the date of these hearings as follows: Legislative Hearing - Tuesday, January 16, 2001 City Council Hearing - Wednesday, February 7, 2001 The owners and responsible parties of record are: Name and Last Known Address Dawtt M. Anderson Exel Inn 1739 Old Hudson Rd. Saint Paul, MN 55106 Interest Fee Owner Option One Mortga�e P.O. Box 57076 Irvine, CA 92076 The le�al description of this property is: Mortgagee The West 28.17 feet of Lot 15, Block 1, Syndicate i�To. 2 Addition. Division of Code Enforcement has declared this building(s) to consritate a"nuisance" as defined by Legislative Code, Ckapter45. Division of Code Enforcement has issued an order to the then lmown responsible parties to eliminate this nuisance eondition by correcting the deficiencies or by razin� and removing this building(s). 676 Edmund Avenue December 22, 2000 Page 2 D1-1� Inasmuch as this Order to Abate has not bzen complied with the nuisance condition remains unabated, the community continues to suffer the bli�htin� influence of this property. It is the recommendation of the Division of Code Enforcement that the City Council pass a resolution ordering the zesponsible parties to either repair, or demolish and remove this building in a timely manner, and failing that, authorize the Division of Code Enforcement to proceed to demolition and removal, and to assess the costs incurred a�ainst the real estate as a special assessment to be collecYe@ in Yhe same manner as taxes. Sincerety, �teve �a�C�er Steve Magner Vacant Buildings Supervisor Division of Code Enforcement Citizen Service Office SM:ml cc: Frank Berg, Building Inspection and Design Meshan Riley, City ATtorneys Office Nancy Anderson, Assistant Secretary to The Council Paul Mordorski, PED-Housin� Division ' ccnph ��ICI�:�A,L Council File # 0 � � ,a•� Green Sheet # �°a� �.� RESOLUTION MINNESOTA 59 1 WHEREAS, Citizen Service Office, Division of Code Enforcement has requested the City Council 2 to hold public hearings to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering the repair or wrecking and 3 removal of a rivo-story, wood frame dwelling located on properry hereinafter referred to as the "Subj ect 4 Properiy" and commonly known as 676 Edmund Avenue. This properiy is legally described as follows, to 5 wit: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 The West 28.17 feet of Lot 15, Block 1, Syndicate No. 2 Addition. WHEREAS, based upon the records in the Ramsey County Recorder's Office and information obtained by Division of Code Enfarcement on or befare September 20, 2000, the following aze the now lrnown interested or responsible parties for the Subject Properiy: Dawn M. Anderson, Exel Inn, 1739 Old Hudson Rd., Saint Paul, MN 55106; Option One Mortgage, P.O. Box 57076, Irvine, CA 92076 WHEREAS, Division of Code Enforcement has served in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code an order identified as an "Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s)" dated November 09, 2000; and WHEREAS, this order informed the then lrnown interested or responsible parties that the structure located on the Subject Property is a nuisance building(s) pursuant to Chapter 45; and WHEREAS, this order informed the interested or responsible parties that they must repair or demolish the structure located on the Subject Properiy by December 11, 2000; and WHEREAS, the enforcement officer has posted a placard on the Subject Property declaring this building(s) to constitute a nuisance condition; subj ect to demolition; and WHEREAS, this nuisance condition has not been conected and Division of Code Enforcement requested that the City Clerk schedule public hearings before the Legislative Hearing Officer of the City Council and the Saint Paul City Council; and WHEREAS, the interested and responsible parties have been served notice in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, of the time, date, place and purpose of the public hearings; and WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Legislative Hearing Officer of the Saint Paul City Council on Tuesday, January 16, 2001 to hear testunony and evidence, and after receiving testimony and evidence, made the recommendation to approve the request to order the interested or responsible parties to make the Subject Properiy safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and removing the structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The rehabilitation or demolition of the structure to be completed within fifteen (15) days after the date of the Council Hearing; and OR _ o�-�a.i 1 WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Saint Paul City Council on Wednesday, February 7, 2 2001 and the testunony and evidence including the action taken by the Legislative Hearing Officer was considered by the Council; now therefore 4 5 BE IT RESOLVED, that based upon the testimony and evidence presented at the above referenced 6 public hearings, the Saint Paul City Council hereby adopts the following Findings and Order conceming 7 the Subject Property at 676 Edmund Avenue: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. That the Subject Property comprises a nuisance condition as defined in Saint Paul Legislative Code, Chapter 45. That the costs of demolition and removal of this building(s) is estimated to exceed three thousand dollazs ($3,000.00). That there now exists and has existed multiple Housing or Building code violations at the Subj ect Property. That an Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) was sent to the then known responsible parties to correct the deficiencies or to demolish and remove the building(s). That the deficiencies causing this nuisance condition have not been corrected. That Division of Code Enforcement has posted a placard on the Subject Property which declares it to be a nuisance condition subject to demolition. That this building has been routinely monitored by the Citizen Service Offices, Division of Code Enforcement, Vacant/Nuisance Buildings. That the known interested parties and owners are as previously stated in this resolution and that the notification requirements of Chapter 45 have been fulfilled. •�� ' The Saint Paul City Council hereby makes the following order: The above referenced interested or responsible parties shall make the Subject Property safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure and correcting all deficiencies as prescribed in the above referenced Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) in accardance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and removing the structure in accardance with all applicable codes and ardinances. The rehabilitation or demolition and removal of the structure must be completed within fifteen (15) days after the date of the Council Hearing. 2. If the above corrective action is not completed within tlus period of time the Citizen Service Office, Division of Code Enforcement is hereby authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to demolish and remove this struchxre, fill the site and charge the costs incurred against the Subject Property pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. . j �1'i4�j /i ';.1 S�'1 i v 1 i� F"� a� -111 1 3. In the event the building is to be demolished and removed by the City of Saint Paul, all personal 2 property or fiactures of any kind which interfere with the demolition and removal shall be removed 3 from the property by the responsible parties by the end of this time period. If all personal property 4 is not removed, it shall be considered to be abandoned and the City of Saint Paul shall remove and 5 dispose of such property as provided by law. 4. It is fiirther ordered, that a copy of this resolution be mailed to the owners and interested parties in accordance with Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. Adopted by Council: Date �� c"3oo � Adoption Certified by Council Secretary Requested by Department of: Citizen Service Office; Code Enforcement By: � Form Approved by City Attorney � By: �/ "��K n B y' �, � —�'[ ---�-- Approved by Mayor: Date ��i �l 2s�/ Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council By: �� l'�,� B �vl,✓l� v�Zo,�i Division of Code Enforcement I 12/22/00 �rrtncr a�son� a Ptar� Michael R Morehead 266-8439 MUSTBEONCOLM(7LAGB�i]ABY(OATq � Wednesday, February 7, 2001 � �� TOTAL # OF SIGNATURE PAGES o \ -1�-� GREEN SHEET No 1 Q�� 4 �..�� a„�w.K.. ,anwnonav 'M"V ❑arvetac_ �� a l i y�ae(aeWanwrl� � (CL1P ALL �OCATIONS FOR SIGNATUR� City Council to pass this resolution which will order the owner(s) to remove or repair the referenced building(s). ff the owner fails to comply with the resolution, the Citizen Service Office, Division of Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. The subject property is located at 676 Edmund Avenue. PUINNING CAMMISSION CIB COMMITTEE CIVIL SERVICE CAMMISSION Hac fhic o�sw�rrm euw wwkea �n�. a wnaaa ramis aepamnen�a YES NO Fias tFxs DnaoMrm e�er been a cib �WoY�"7 , YES NO Dces Mis P� D� a siull not rwmd�YP�� bY �Y curteM ciN emPbYee9 Y6 NO Is tlxs peBONfirm a tergeted veMOY! YES NO This building(s) is a nuisance building(s) as defined in Chapter 45 and a vacant building as defined in Chapter 43 of ' the Saint Paul Legislative Code. The owners, interested parties and responsible parties lrnown to the Enforcement "" Officer were given an order to repair or remove the building at 676 Edmund Avenue by December 11, 2000, and have failed to comply with those orders. The City will eliminate a nuisance. 1 � # � JISADVANTAGES IFAPPROVED The City will spend funds to wreck and remove this building(s). These costs will be assessed to the property, A nuisance condition will remain unabated in the City. This building(s) will continue to blight the community. rwwsncnori s .r �,vvv - .o�,v�� .. . • .. . .. '..". iNFOananoN (owwM COSTRtEVENUE 8UO6E7ED (CIRCLE ONE) � YE3 J � NO ACTMTYNUMBER ��7�i� �ICe�i `� � a� -li1 LEGISLATIVE HEARING REPORT OF 1-16-01 Page 1 REPORT LEGISLATIVE HEARING Date: January 16, 2001 Time: 10:00 a.m. Place: Room 330 City Hall 15 West Kelloga Boulevard Gerry Strathman Legislative Hearing Officer Resolption ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 676 Edmu Avenue. If the owner fails to comply with the resolution, Code Enforcement fis ordered to remove the building. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended approval. 2. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 1205 Edgerton Street. If the owner faffs to comply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. (Laid over from January 2, 2001) Legislative Hearing Officer recommended granting the owner six months to complete rehabilitation provided the following is completed by noon on 7anuary 24, 2001: 1) vacant building fee is paid ; 2) a code compliance inspection is completed; and 3) a $2,000 bond is posted. 3. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 964 Woodbridge Street If the owner fails to eomply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the February 20, 2001, Legislative Hearing. 4. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 452 Edmund Avenue. If the owner fails to eomply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the February 6, 2001, Legislative Hearing. 5. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 508 Sherburne Avenue. If the owner fails to comply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. (Laid over from December 19, 2000) Legislative Hearing Officer recoxnxuended approval. MINLTTES OF'THE LEGISLATIVE HEARING �}.. �y� Tuesday, January 16, 2001 10:00 a.m. Room 330 Courthouse Gerry Strathman, Legislative Hearing Officer The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. STAFF PRESENT: Steve Magner, Code Enforcement Logan Moore, Code Enforcement 1. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 964 WoodbridEe Street If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Tom Severin, owner of the properry, appeazed. (Steve Magner presented photographs of the property to Gerry Strathxnan for his review) Steve Magner reported this properiy is a two story, wood frame duplex, with a detached two stall wood frame garage. According to their files this has been a vacant building since November 29, 1999. The current property owner is Duane Thomas Severin, per Ramsey County Properly Records and Revenue. There have been four suxmnary abatements wluch were the following: to secure the dwelling, remove brush, cut tall grass and weeds, and remove snow and ice from the sidewalk. On November 1, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on November 14, 2000, with a compliance date of December 14, 2000. As of this date (7anuary 16, 2001), this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The vacant building fees aze due and owing, real estate taxes are paid, and Taxation has placed an estimated market value of $58, 300. As of this date, code inspection has not been applied for and a bond has not been posted. Code Enforcement Officers estnnate the cost to repair this structure in excess of $60,000 and demolition to be between $8,000 - $9,000. Tom Severin, owner, said he plans to sell his house as soon as possible and has listed it with a Real Estate Agent. Gerry Strathman asked whether or not Code Enforcement had any problems wiffi this property so that enforcement could wait a while in order for this sale to be completed. Mr. Magner responded the City doesn't have a problem with laying this matter over for a short period of time in order to close on a purchase agreement; however, his main concem is that the new purchaser is made awaze of the requirements, such as the vacant building fees, the code inspection and posting of a bond. Since the plan is to sell this building for rehabilitation, Mr. Strathman recommended to layover this matter to the February 20, 2001, Legislarive Hearing. Legislative Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 at-�a-1 Page 2 Mr. Magner requested if the property is sold, the new purchaser must appear at the Legislative Hearing on February 20, 2001, with the bond posted, code compliance and vacantbuilding fees paid. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the February 20, 2001, Legislative Hearing. 2. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 676 Edmund Avenue. If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Dawn Anderson, current owner of the properiy, and Paul Weingazden, representing Oprion One Mortgage Company, appeazed. (Steve Magner presented photographs of the properiy to Gerry Strathman for his review) Steve Magner reported the building at this property is a two story wood frame dwelling. According to their files, the building has been vacant since March 1, 2000. The current property owner is Dawn M. Anderson, per Ramsey County Property Records and Revenue. There haue been-eight sununary abatement notices issued, which aze the following: to secure the front door from entry, remove broken glass, plastic, wood, metal, and debris from yazd, remove snow ice from sidewalk and cut tall grass and weeds. On October 31, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on November 9, 2000, with a compliance date of December 11, 2000. As of this date this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The vacant building fees are due and owing; real estate taxes are unpaid in the amount of $753.02, Taxation has placed an estimated market value of $37,200. On December 18, 2000, a code compliance inspection was done and as of this date (January 16, 2001), the $2,000.00 bond has not been posted. Code Enforcement Officers estimate the cost to repair this structure is in excess of $50,000 and the es6mated cost to demolish is between $7,000 - $8,000. The owner, Dawn Anderson, was in control of the property when a fire occurred, which started this process said Mr. Magner. She was given additional time by Code Enfarcement to rehabilitate this structure and has not been successful in getting that accomplished. This has been a problematic property in the neighborhood and they have received numerous calls and complaints. Paul Weingazden said his client, Option One Mortgage Company, has ordered the property to be inspected, secured, and a complete appraisal to determine the extent of the damages. Dawn Anderson, current owner, clarified that there was a Sre in her home on February 5, 2000, which she filed a claim with her insurance company. Option One Mortgage still holds some of the money from the clann, which has been applied to her mortgage. Ms. Anderson hired a contractor to do the repair work but he absconded with the money. She is currently hying to obtain financing through the City to make the repairs because she is unable to get Legislarive Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 any other type of loans due to her financial status. 0�-13�1 Page 3 In response to Mr. Weingazden's question, Mr. ivi'�gner estimated the cost for rehabilitation of the house to be atound $50,000. The conhactor had replaced a few of the windows, but the interior of the house is gutted. This property has had numerous violations and issues over the years and will need a lot of maintenance. Mr. Weingazden requested that the Legislative Hearing Officer �anY additional time to finish the appraisal and inspection to determine if the building can be rehabilitated. Gerry Strathman recommended approval of the order to remove or repair within fifteen days and his recommendation will be presented at the City Council Meeting on February 7, 2001. Gerry Strathman recommended approvai. 3. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 1205 Edgerton Street. If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Paul Weingarden, representing Chase Manhattan Bank, appeared. (Steve Magner presented photographs of the property to Gerry Strathman for his review) Steve Magner reported this property is a two story wood frame single family dwelling. According to their files, the building was condemned and has been a vacant building since May 25, 1999. The current property owner is Ruthie White, per Ramsey County Property Records and Revenue. Information has been received that Ms. White lost the building to a mortgage company. There have been ten sumttiary abatement notices issued, which are the following: to secure the building, cut the grass, remove broken tree limbs, remove snow and ice from the sidewalk. On October 25, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on October 31, 200Q with a compliance date of November 30, 2000. As of this date (Januaty 16, 2001) this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The City has had Yo board this building Yo secure it against trespass, the vacant building fees are due and owing, real estate tazces have been paid; and Taacation has placed a estimated market value of $64,500. As of this date, a code compliance inspection and bond have not been applied for. Code Enforcement Officers estimate the cost to repair this structure is $30,000 with the estixnate cost to demolish is between $7,000 -$8,000. Paul Weingarden, representing the Chase Manhattan Bank, said they were advised of a fire at this property and filed a fire claun along with Ms. White. The fire was deemed by the insurance company to be of suspicious origin and ultimately her claim was denied, however, the bank's claim was approved. Under the terms of the mortgage Chase Manhattan Bank had to give Ms. Wlute notice that the claim money was applied to the ]oan. Thus, Chase Manhattan commenced a foreclosure and the period of redemption will e�ire the first week in February. Ms. White has left the state and her last lmown address was in Indiana. The Legislative Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 �t �,�' Page 4 properry has been reviewed and find it to be rehabilitatable. Mr. Weingazden also indicated that he has a check to pay the vacant building fees. Mr. Magner recommended that if additional time of 180 days is granted by the Legislarive Hearing Office, he would like to see the bond and code inspection in place. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended granting the owner sis months to complete rehabilitation provided the following is completed by noon on January �4, 200I: 1) vacant building fee is paid; 2) a code compliance inspection is completed; and 3) a $2,000 bond is posted. (Gerry Strathman clarified that if additional rime was needed beyond January 24, he would recommend thaY the City Council lay it over to February 7, 2001.) 4. Resotution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 452 Edmund Avenue. If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Paul Weingarden, representing Option One Mortgage Company, appeazed. (Steve Magner presented photographs to Gerry Strathman for his review). Steve Magner reported this property is a two story, wood frame dwelling, which has been vacant, according to our records, has been vacant since August 2, 2000. CurrenY properry owner is Brandon J. Carlton and the mortgage companies. There have been four summary abatements issued to cnt tall grass and weeds, remove snow and ice. On November 8, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on November 21, 2000, with a compliance date of December 22, 2000. As of this date this property remains in a condirion which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The vacant building registrarion fees are due and owing, real estate taxes aze unpaid in the amount of $745. Tasation has placed an estimated market value of $37,000. As o£ this date a bond or code inspection have not been applied for or posted. The Code Enforcement Officers estimate the repairs of the structure to be in excess of $45,000 and with the esiimated cost to demolish between $7,000 -$8,000. One oTher note of interest to this building is that there has been a long history with maintenance issues and with problemaric occupants in tlus dwelling. It also has a foundation failure, which is difficult to see on the photographs. Paul Weingarden said Option One Mortgage Company has ardered that this building be secured, reviewed and ordered an appraisal to determine whether or not the properiy can be saved. He requested approximately one month's time so tYus matter can be reviewed. This also has been sent to lus office for foreclosure. Mr. IvEagner also requested that the snow be removed from the sidewalk on this properiy and Mr. Weingarden assured him that his client has ordered the building to be secured and winterized, etc. a � -}}t Legislarive Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 Page S Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the Febraary 6, 2001, LegisIative Hearing. 5. Resolation ordering the owner to remove or repair the bnilding at 508 Sherbnrne Avenne. If the owner fails to comply with the resolntion, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. (Laid over from December 19, 2000) Thien Van Tran, owner of the property, appeared. Steve Magner said this property was laid over from December 19, 2000. Per the Legislative Hearing Officer's requesY on December 19, 2000, he and Don Wagner inspected the property on Jauuary 4, 2001, and found the property to be occupied by the owner without ruuuing water and heated with a heating unit that does not vent into the clunuiey or to the outside of the dweliing which constitutes an unsafe, hazardous condition. The only work that has been completed by the owner on the house, is the main roof covering, some floor covering, and some minor painting. Subsequently, he and another inspector went out fo the dwelling on January 10, 2001, and met with the owner, who admitted that he had been staying on the property. Mr. Tran has been issued a citation for illegal occupancy in a condemned registered vacant building. Mr. Magner said he has tried to explain to the owner that this is a safety issue and he needs to vacate. Mr. Magner recommends approval of the request to repair or remove within fifteen days due to the lack ofwork completed within one year. There are numerous deficiencies and violarions that are outstanding. Thien Van Tran said the informarion he received from the company that manufactured the heater indicates that it is not necessary to vent. Gerry Strathman indicated after hearing Mr. Magner's report it suggests Mr. Tran is still a long way firom accomplishing the repairs and asked what his plans were to rehabilitate. Mr. Tran responded that he has had financial difficulties due to expenses associated with travel arrangements for his wife to visit her father who was ill and then he later passed away. The money he had saued for the purpose o£rehabilitation had to be used for these eapenses, and he requested additional tune to try to get funding. Mr. Magner said he believes the properry cou2d be rehabilitated, but he believes the owner is dealing with a monetary issue and doesn't haue the financial resources to do the work and post the bond. Gerry Strathman said he is recommending at the 7anuary 24, 2001, City Council Meeting to remove br repair the building within 15 days and if Mr. Tran flas a pIan to rehabilitate the building, including the finances, he should be present at this meeting. Legislative Hearing recommended approval. The meeting was adjoumed at 10:50 a.m. C(TIZEN SERVICE OFFICE CITY OF SAII�I'f PAUL Norm Coleman, Mayor December 22, 2000 Fred Owusu, Ciry Clerk DIVISION OF PROPERTY CODE ENFORCEMENT �� 1� � Michnel R Morehead, Program bfanager Nuisance Building Code Enforcement I S W. Kellogg Bird. Rm. l90 Te1: 6�7-166-8440 Saint Paul, �5510? Faz- 651-2bb8426 NOTTCE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Council President and Members of the City Council Citizen Service Office, Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Enforcement Division has requested the City Council schedule public hearings to consider a resolution ordering the repair or removal of the nuisance building(s) located at: 676 Edmund Avenue The City Council has scheduled the date of these hearings as follows: Legislative Hearing - Tuesday, January 16, 2001 City Council Hearing - Wednesday, February 7, 2001 The owners and responsible parties of record are: Name and Last Known Address Dawtt M. Anderson Exel Inn 1739 Old Hudson Rd. Saint Paul, MN 55106 Interest Fee Owner Option One Mortga�e P.O. Box 57076 Irvine, CA 92076 The le�al description of this property is: Mortgagee The West 28.17 feet of Lot 15, Block 1, Syndicate i�To. 2 Addition. Division of Code Enforcement has declared this building(s) to consritate a"nuisance" as defined by Legislative Code, Ckapter45. Division of Code Enforcement has issued an order to the then lmown responsible parties to eliminate this nuisance eondition by correcting the deficiencies or by razin� and removing this building(s). 676 Edmund Avenue December 22, 2000 Page 2 D1-1� Inasmuch as this Order to Abate has not bzen complied with the nuisance condition remains unabated, the community continues to suffer the bli�htin� influence of this property. It is the recommendation of the Division of Code Enforcement that the City Council pass a resolution ordering the zesponsible parties to either repair, or demolish and remove this building in a timely manner, and failing that, authorize the Division of Code Enforcement to proceed to demolition and removal, and to assess the costs incurred a�ainst the real estate as a special assessment to be collecYe@ in Yhe same manner as taxes. Sincerety, �teve �a�C�er Steve Magner Vacant Buildings Supervisor Division of Code Enforcement Citizen Service Office SM:ml cc: Frank Berg, Building Inspection and Design Meshan Riley, City ATtorneys Office Nancy Anderson, Assistant Secretary to The Council Paul Mordorski, PED-Housin� Division ' ccnph ��ICI�:�A,L Council File # 0 � � ,a•� Green Sheet # �°a� �.� RESOLUTION MINNESOTA 59 1 WHEREAS, Citizen Service Office, Division of Code Enforcement has requested the City Council 2 to hold public hearings to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering the repair or wrecking and 3 removal of a rivo-story, wood frame dwelling located on properry hereinafter referred to as the "Subj ect 4 Properiy" and commonly known as 676 Edmund Avenue. This properiy is legally described as follows, to 5 wit: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 The West 28.17 feet of Lot 15, Block 1, Syndicate No. 2 Addition. WHEREAS, based upon the records in the Ramsey County Recorder's Office and information obtained by Division of Code Enfarcement on or befare September 20, 2000, the following aze the now lrnown interested or responsible parties for the Subject Properiy: Dawn M. Anderson, Exel Inn, 1739 Old Hudson Rd., Saint Paul, MN 55106; Option One Mortgage, P.O. Box 57076, Irvine, CA 92076 WHEREAS, Division of Code Enforcement has served in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code an order identified as an "Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s)" dated November 09, 2000; and WHEREAS, this order informed the then lrnown interested or responsible parties that the structure located on the Subject Property is a nuisance building(s) pursuant to Chapter 45; and WHEREAS, this order informed the interested or responsible parties that they must repair or demolish the structure located on the Subject Properiy by December 11, 2000; and WHEREAS, the enforcement officer has posted a placard on the Subject Property declaring this building(s) to constitute a nuisance condition; subj ect to demolition; and WHEREAS, this nuisance condition has not been conected and Division of Code Enforcement requested that the City Clerk schedule public hearings before the Legislative Hearing Officer of the City Council and the Saint Paul City Council; and WHEREAS, the interested and responsible parties have been served notice in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, of the time, date, place and purpose of the public hearings; and WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Legislative Hearing Officer of the Saint Paul City Council on Tuesday, January 16, 2001 to hear testunony and evidence, and after receiving testimony and evidence, made the recommendation to approve the request to order the interested or responsible parties to make the Subject Properiy safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and removing the structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The rehabilitation or demolition of the structure to be completed within fifteen (15) days after the date of the Council Hearing; and OR _ o�-�a.i 1 WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Saint Paul City Council on Wednesday, February 7, 2 2001 and the testunony and evidence including the action taken by the Legislative Hearing Officer was considered by the Council; now therefore 4 5 BE IT RESOLVED, that based upon the testimony and evidence presented at the above referenced 6 public hearings, the Saint Paul City Council hereby adopts the following Findings and Order conceming 7 the Subject Property at 676 Edmund Avenue: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. That the Subject Property comprises a nuisance condition as defined in Saint Paul Legislative Code, Chapter 45. That the costs of demolition and removal of this building(s) is estimated to exceed three thousand dollazs ($3,000.00). That there now exists and has existed multiple Housing or Building code violations at the Subj ect Property. That an Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) was sent to the then known responsible parties to correct the deficiencies or to demolish and remove the building(s). That the deficiencies causing this nuisance condition have not been corrected. That Division of Code Enforcement has posted a placard on the Subject Property which declares it to be a nuisance condition subject to demolition. That this building has been routinely monitored by the Citizen Service Offices, Division of Code Enforcement, Vacant/Nuisance Buildings. That the known interested parties and owners are as previously stated in this resolution and that the notification requirements of Chapter 45 have been fulfilled. •�� ' The Saint Paul City Council hereby makes the following order: The above referenced interested or responsible parties shall make the Subject Property safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure and correcting all deficiencies as prescribed in the above referenced Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) in accardance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and removing the structure in accardance with all applicable codes and ardinances. The rehabilitation or demolition and removal of the structure must be completed within fifteen (15) days after the date of the Council Hearing. 2. If the above corrective action is not completed within tlus period of time the Citizen Service Office, Division of Code Enforcement is hereby authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to demolish and remove this struchxre, fill the site and charge the costs incurred against the Subject Property pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. . j �1'i4�j /i ';.1 S�'1 i v 1 i� F"� a� -111 1 3. In the event the building is to be demolished and removed by the City of Saint Paul, all personal 2 property or fiactures of any kind which interfere with the demolition and removal shall be removed 3 from the property by the responsible parties by the end of this time period. If all personal property 4 is not removed, it shall be considered to be abandoned and the City of Saint Paul shall remove and 5 dispose of such property as provided by law. 4. It is fiirther ordered, that a copy of this resolution be mailed to the owners and interested parties in accordance with Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. Adopted by Council: Date �� c"3oo � Adoption Certified by Council Secretary Requested by Department of: Citizen Service Office; Code Enforcement By: � Form Approved by City Attorney � By: �/ "��K n B y' �, � —�'[ ---�-- Approved by Mayor: Date ��i �l 2s�/ Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council By: �� l'�,� B �vl,✓l� v�Zo,�i Division of Code Enforcement I 12/22/00 �rrtncr a�son� a Ptar� Michael R Morehead 266-8439 MUSTBEONCOLM(7LAGB�i]ABY(OATq � Wednesday, February 7, 2001 � �� TOTAL # OF SIGNATURE PAGES o \ -1�-� GREEN SHEET No 1 Q�� 4 �..�� a„�w.K.. ,anwnonav 'M"V ❑arvetac_ �� a l i y�ae(aeWanwrl� � (CL1P ALL �OCATIONS FOR SIGNATUR� City Council to pass this resolution which will order the owner(s) to remove or repair the referenced building(s). ff the owner fails to comply with the resolution, the Citizen Service Office, Division of Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. The subject property is located at 676 Edmund Avenue. PUINNING CAMMISSION CIB COMMITTEE CIVIL SERVICE CAMMISSION Hac fhic o�sw�rrm euw wwkea �n�. a wnaaa ramis aepamnen�a YES NO Fias tFxs DnaoMrm e�er been a cib �WoY�"7 , YES NO Dces Mis P� D� a siull not rwmd�YP�� bY �Y curteM ciN emPbYee9 Y6 NO Is tlxs peBONfirm a tergeted veMOY! YES NO This building(s) is a nuisance building(s) as defined in Chapter 45 and a vacant building as defined in Chapter 43 of ' the Saint Paul Legislative Code. The owners, interested parties and responsible parties lrnown to the Enforcement "" Officer were given an order to repair or remove the building at 676 Edmund Avenue by December 11, 2000, and have failed to comply with those orders. The City will eliminate a nuisance. 1 � # � JISADVANTAGES IFAPPROVED The City will spend funds to wreck and remove this building(s). These costs will be assessed to the property, A nuisance condition will remain unabated in the City. This building(s) will continue to blight the community. rwwsncnori s .r �,vvv - .o�,v�� .. . • .. . .. '..". iNFOananoN (owwM COSTRtEVENUE 8UO6E7ED (CIRCLE ONE) � YE3 J � NO ACTMTYNUMBER ��7�i� �ICe�i `� � a� -li1 LEGISLATIVE HEARING REPORT OF 1-16-01 Page 1 REPORT LEGISLATIVE HEARING Date: January 16, 2001 Time: 10:00 a.m. Place: Room 330 City Hall 15 West Kelloga Boulevard Gerry Strathman Legislative Hearing Officer Resolption ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 676 Edmu Avenue. If the owner fails to comply with the resolution, Code Enforcement fis ordered to remove the building. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended approval. 2. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 1205 Edgerton Street. If the owner faffs to comply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. (Laid over from January 2, 2001) Legislative Hearing Officer recommended granting the owner six months to complete rehabilitation provided the following is completed by noon on 7anuary 24, 2001: 1) vacant building fee is paid ; 2) a code compliance inspection is completed; and 3) a $2,000 bond is posted. 3. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 964 Woodbridge Street If the owner fails to eomply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the February 20, 2001, Legislative Hearing. 4. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 452 Edmund Avenue. If the owner fails to eomply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the February 6, 2001, Legislative Hearing. 5. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 508 Sherburne Avenue. If the owner fails to comply with the resolution, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. (Laid over from December 19, 2000) Legislative Hearing Officer recoxnxuended approval. MINLTTES OF'THE LEGISLATIVE HEARING �}.. �y� Tuesday, January 16, 2001 10:00 a.m. Room 330 Courthouse Gerry Strathman, Legislative Hearing Officer The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. STAFF PRESENT: Steve Magner, Code Enforcement Logan Moore, Code Enforcement 1. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 964 WoodbridEe Street If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Tom Severin, owner of the properry, appeazed. (Steve Magner presented photographs of the property to Gerry Strathxnan for his review) Steve Magner reported this properiy is a two story, wood frame duplex, with a detached two stall wood frame garage. According to their files this has been a vacant building since November 29, 1999. The current property owner is Duane Thomas Severin, per Ramsey County Properly Records and Revenue. There have been four suxmnary abatements wluch were the following: to secure the dwelling, remove brush, cut tall grass and weeds, and remove snow and ice from the sidewalk. On November 1, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on November 14, 2000, with a compliance date of December 14, 2000. As of this date (7anuary 16, 2001), this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The vacant building fees aze due and owing, real estate taxes are paid, and Taxation has placed an estimated market value of $58, 300. As of this date, code inspection has not been applied for and a bond has not been posted. Code Enforcement Officers estnnate the cost to repair this structure in excess of $60,000 and demolition to be between $8,000 - $9,000. Tom Severin, owner, said he plans to sell his house as soon as possible and has listed it with a Real Estate Agent. Gerry Strathman asked whether or not Code Enforcement had any problems wiffi this property so that enforcement could wait a while in order for this sale to be completed. Mr. Magner responded the City doesn't have a problem with laying this matter over for a short period of time in order to close on a purchase agreement; however, his main concem is that the new purchaser is made awaze of the requirements, such as the vacant building fees, the code inspection and posting of a bond. Since the plan is to sell this building for rehabilitation, Mr. Strathman recommended to layover this matter to the February 20, 2001, Legislarive Hearing. Legislative Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 at-�a-1 Page 2 Mr. Magner requested if the property is sold, the new purchaser must appear at the Legislative Hearing on February 20, 2001, with the bond posted, code compliance and vacantbuilding fees paid. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the February 20, 2001, Legislative Hearing. 2. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 676 Edmund Avenue. If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Dawn Anderson, current owner of the properiy, and Paul Weingazden, representing Oprion One Mortgage Company, appeazed. (Steve Magner presented photographs of the properiy to Gerry Strathman for his review) Steve Magner reported the building at this property is a two story wood frame dwelling. According to their files, the building has been vacant since March 1, 2000. The current property owner is Dawn M. Anderson, per Ramsey County Property Records and Revenue. There haue been-eight sununary abatement notices issued, which aze the following: to secure the front door from entry, remove broken glass, plastic, wood, metal, and debris from yazd, remove snow ice from sidewalk and cut tall grass and weeds. On October 31, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on November 9, 2000, with a compliance date of December 11, 2000. As of this date this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The vacant building fees are due and owing; real estate taxes are unpaid in the amount of $753.02, Taxation has placed an estimated market value of $37,200. On December 18, 2000, a code compliance inspection was done and as of this date (January 16, 2001), the $2,000.00 bond has not been posted. Code Enforcement Officers estimate the cost to repair this structure is in excess of $50,000 and the es6mated cost to demolish is between $7,000 - $8,000. The owner, Dawn Anderson, was in control of the property when a fire occurred, which started this process said Mr. Magner. She was given additional time by Code Enfarcement to rehabilitate this structure and has not been successful in getting that accomplished. This has been a problematic property in the neighborhood and they have received numerous calls and complaints. Paul Weingazden said his client, Option One Mortgage Company, has ordered the property to be inspected, secured, and a complete appraisal to determine the extent of the damages. Dawn Anderson, current owner, clarified that there was a Sre in her home on February 5, 2000, which she filed a claim with her insurance company. Option One Mortgage still holds some of the money from the clann, which has been applied to her mortgage. Ms. Anderson hired a contractor to do the repair work but he absconded with the money. She is currently hying to obtain financing through the City to make the repairs because she is unable to get Legislarive Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 any other type of loans due to her financial status. 0�-13�1 Page 3 In response to Mr. Weingazden's question, Mr. ivi'�gner estimated the cost for rehabilitation of the house to be atound $50,000. The conhactor had replaced a few of the windows, but the interior of the house is gutted. This property has had numerous violations and issues over the years and will need a lot of maintenance. Mr. Weingazden requested that the Legislative Hearing Officer �anY additional time to finish the appraisal and inspection to determine if the building can be rehabilitated. Gerry Strathman recommended approval of the order to remove or repair within fifteen days and his recommendation will be presented at the City Council Meeting on February 7, 2001. Gerry Strathman recommended approvai. 3. Resolution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 1205 Edgerton Street. If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Paul Weingarden, representing Chase Manhattan Bank, appeared. (Steve Magner presented photographs of the property to Gerry Strathman for his review) Steve Magner reported this property is a two story wood frame single family dwelling. According to their files, the building was condemned and has been a vacant building since May 25, 1999. The current property owner is Ruthie White, per Ramsey County Property Records and Revenue. Information has been received that Ms. White lost the building to a mortgage company. There have been ten sumttiary abatement notices issued, which are the following: to secure the building, cut the grass, remove broken tree limbs, remove snow and ice from the sidewalk. On October 25, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on October 31, 200Q with a compliance date of November 30, 2000. As of this date (Januaty 16, 2001) this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The City has had Yo board this building Yo secure it against trespass, the vacant building fees are due and owing, real estate tazces have been paid; and Taacation has placed a estimated market value of $64,500. As of this date, a code compliance inspection and bond have not been applied for. Code Enforcement Officers estimate the cost to repair this structure is $30,000 with the estixnate cost to demolish is between $7,000 -$8,000. Paul Weingarden, representing the Chase Manhattan Bank, said they were advised of a fire at this property and filed a fire claun along with Ms. White. The fire was deemed by the insurance company to be of suspicious origin and ultimately her claim was denied, however, the bank's claim was approved. Under the terms of the mortgage Chase Manhattan Bank had to give Ms. Wlute notice that the claim money was applied to the ]oan. Thus, Chase Manhattan commenced a foreclosure and the period of redemption will e�ire the first week in February. Ms. White has left the state and her last lmown address was in Indiana. The Legislative Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 �t �,�' Page 4 properry has been reviewed and find it to be rehabilitatable. Mr. Weingazden also indicated that he has a check to pay the vacant building fees. Mr. Magner recommended that if additional time of 180 days is granted by the Legislarive Hearing Office, he would like to see the bond and code inspection in place. Legislative Hearing Officer recommended granting the owner sis months to complete rehabilitation provided the following is completed by noon on January �4, 200I: 1) vacant building fee is paid; 2) a code compliance inspection is completed; and 3) a $2,000 bond is posted. (Gerry Strathman clarified that if additional rime was needed beyond January 24, he would recommend thaY the City Council lay it over to February 7, 2001.) 4. Resotution ordering the owner to remove or repair the building at 452 Edmund Avenue. If the owner fails to comply, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. Paul Weingarden, representing Option One Mortgage Company, appeazed. (Steve Magner presented photographs to Gerry Strathman for his review). Steve Magner reported this property is a two story, wood frame dwelling, which has been vacant, according to our records, has been vacant since August 2, 2000. CurrenY properry owner is Brandon J. Carlton and the mortgage companies. There have been four summary abatements issued to cnt tall grass and weeds, remove snow and ice. On November 8, 2000, an inspection of the building was conducted, a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed and photographs were taken. An order to abate a nuisance building was issued on November 21, 2000, with a compliance date of December 22, 2000. As of this date this property remains in a condirion which comprises a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. The vacant building registrarion fees are due and owing, real estate taxes aze unpaid in the amount of $745. Tasation has placed an estimated market value of $37,000. As o£ this date a bond or code inspection have not been applied for or posted. The Code Enforcement Officers estimate the repairs of the structure to be in excess of $45,000 and with the esiimated cost to demolish between $7,000 -$8,000. One oTher note of interest to this building is that there has been a long history with maintenance issues and with problemaric occupants in tlus dwelling. It also has a foundation failure, which is difficult to see on the photographs. Paul Weingarden said Option One Mortgage Company has ardered that this building be secured, reviewed and ordered an appraisal to determine whether or not the properiy can be saved. He requested approximately one month's time so tYus matter can be reviewed. This also has been sent to lus office for foreclosure. Mr. IvEagner also requested that the snow be removed from the sidewalk on this properiy and Mr. Weingarden assured him that his client has ordered the building to be secured and winterized, etc. a � -}}t Legislarive Hearing Minutes - January 16, 2001 Page S Legislative Hearing Officer recommended laying over to the Febraary 6, 2001, LegisIative Hearing. 5. Resolation ordering the owner to remove or repair the bnilding at 508 Sherbnrne Avenne. If the owner fails to comply with the resolntion, Code Enforcement is ordered to remove the building. (Laid over from December 19, 2000) Thien Van Tran, owner of the property, appeared. Steve Magner said this property was laid over from December 19, 2000. Per the Legislative Hearing Officer's requesY on December 19, 2000, he and Don Wagner inspected the property on Jauuary 4, 2001, and found the property to be occupied by the owner without ruuuing water and heated with a heating unit that does not vent into the clunuiey or to the outside of the dweliing which constitutes an unsafe, hazardous condition. The only work that has been completed by the owner on the house, is the main roof covering, some floor covering, and some minor painting. Subsequently, he and another inspector went out fo the dwelling on January 10, 2001, and met with the owner, who admitted that he had been staying on the property. Mr. Tran has been issued a citation for illegal occupancy in a condemned registered vacant building. Mr. Magner said he has tried to explain to the owner that this is a safety issue and he needs to vacate. Mr. Magner recommends approval of the request to repair or remove within fifteen days due to the lack ofwork completed within one year. There are numerous deficiencies and violarions that are outstanding. Thien Van Tran said the informarion he received from the company that manufactured the heater indicates that it is not necessary to vent. Gerry Strathman indicated after hearing Mr. Magner's report it suggests Mr. Tran is still a long way firom accomplishing the repairs and asked what his plans were to rehabilitate. Mr. Tran responded that he has had financial difficulties due to expenses associated with travel arrangements for his wife to visit her father who was ill and then he later passed away. The money he had saued for the purpose o£rehabilitation had to be used for these eapenses, and he requested additional tune to try to get funding. Mr. Magner said he believes the properry cou2d be rehabilitated, but he believes the owner is dealing with a monetary issue and doesn't haue the financial resources to do the work and post the bond. Gerry Strathman said he is recommending at the 7anuary 24, 2001, City Council Meeting to remove br repair the building within 15 days and if Mr. Tran flas a pIan to rehabilitate the building, including the finances, he should be present at this meeting. Legislative Hearing recommended approval. The meeting was adjoumed at 10:50 a.m. C(TIZEN SERVICE OFFICE CITY OF SAII�I'f PAUL Norm Coleman, Mayor December 22, 2000 Fred Owusu, Ciry Clerk DIVISION OF PROPERTY CODE ENFORCEMENT �� 1� � Michnel R Morehead, Program bfanager Nuisance Building Code Enforcement I S W. Kellogg Bird. Rm. l90 Te1: 6�7-166-8440 Saint Paul, �5510? Faz- 651-2bb8426 NOTTCE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Council President and Members of the City Council Citizen Service Office, Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Enforcement Division has requested the City Council schedule public hearings to consider a resolution ordering the repair or removal of the nuisance building(s) located at: 676 Edmund Avenue The City Council has scheduled the date of these hearings as follows: Legislative Hearing - Tuesday, January 16, 2001 City Council Hearing - Wednesday, February 7, 2001 The owners and responsible parties of record are: Name and Last Known Address Dawtt M. Anderson Exel Inn 1739 Old Hudson Rd. Saint Paul, MN 55106 Interest Fee Owner Option One Mortga�e P.O. Box 57076 Irvine, CA 92076 The le�al description of this property is: Mortgagee The West 28.17 feet of Lot 15, Block 1, Syndicate i�To. 2 Addition. Division of Code Enforcement has declared this building(s) to consritate a"nuisance" as defined by Legislative Code, Ckapter45. Division of Code Enforcement has issued an order to the then lmown responsible parties to eliminate this nuisance eondition by correcting the deficiencies or by razin� and removing this building(s). 676 Edmund Avenue December 22, 2000 Page 2 D1-1� Inasmuch as this Order to Abate has not bzen complied with the nuisance condition remains unabated, the community continues to suffer the bli�htin� influence of this property. It is the recommendation of the Division of Code Enforcement that the City Council pass a resolution ordering the zesponsible parties to either repair, or demolish and remove this building in a timely manner, and failing that, authorize the Division of Code Enforcement to proceed to demolition and removal, and to assess the costs incurred a�ainst the real estate as a special assessment to be collecYe@ in Yhe same manner as taxes. Sincerety, �teve �a�C�er Steve Magner Vacant Buildings Supervisor Division of Code Enforcement Citizen Service Office SM:ml cc: Frank Berg, Building Inspection and Design Meshan Riley, City ATtorneys Office Nancy Anderson, Assistant Secretary to The Council Paul Mordorski, PED-Housin� Division ' ccnph