05-527�l'�'t���� �lCS/aoo�
RESOLUTION
OF SA{NT PAUL, MINNESOTA
Psesented
Referred To
Council File # �S 'S ��
Green Sheet # 3p� S
Committee Date
BE TT RESOLVED, that the Council of the Ciry of Saint Paul hereby certifies and approves the May 17, 2005, decisions of the
Legislative Hearing Officer on Appeals of Letters, Coaection Notices, and Correction Orders for the following addresses:
Prooertv A aealed
919 Dale S7reet North
(Appeal withdrawn.)
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Apnellant
Anthony and Donna Mahmood
275 Summit Avenue Judith McLaugJilin, owner
Decision: Limit attendees at any future events to no more than 100 occupants on the Deficiency List dated April 13, 2005.
i5� t52`}
� Carroll Avenue Troy Allison
(Recommendation is forthcoming.) DQcisiva�: be.n,iu.E o�-f4� c�Pea.Q_
1265 Stanford Avenue Mary Huot representing Tammie Head and Teri Head
Decision: Appeal denied on Code Compliance Inspection Report dated Apri127, 2005.
509 Fred Street Albert Oertwig, owner
Decision: Laid over to the June 7 Legislative Heazing.
Yeas Nays Absent
Benanau ✓
Bostrom ,l
Harris ,�-
Helgen ,�
Lantry ✓
Montgomery ✓
Thune ,/
7 C� O
Requested by Deparirnent of
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Form Approved by City Attorney
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Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council
Adopted by Council: Date ��� �S� aOD� BY �
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Departme�Uoffice/oouncil: Date Initiated:
co -��� o��� Green Sheet NO: 3026775
Contact Person 8 Phone: DeoartmeM SeM To Person InitiaUDate
Marcia Mcertnond � 0 uncit
266"856� Assign 1_ ouoc0 De artment Director
Must Be on Council Agenda by (Daie): Number
2 ' Clerk
For
Routing 3
Order 4
5
Totai # of Signature Pages _(Clip All Locations for Signature)
Action Requested:
Approving the 5-17-OS decisions of the Legislarive Hearing Officer on Appeals of Letters, Conec6on Notices, and Correction Orders
for the following addresses: 919 Dale Street North, 275 Summit Avenue, 1522 Carroll Avenue, 1265 Stanford Avenue, and 509 Fred
Street.
Recommendations: Approve (A) or Rejed (R): Personal Service Contracts Must Answer the Following l�uestions:
Planning Commission 1. Has this personffirm ever worked under a contrect for this department?
CIBCommittee Yes� No
Civii Service Commission 2. Has this personffirtn ever been a city employee?
Yes No
3. Ooes,this Qersonlfirm possess a skill not normalty possessed by any
current city employee?
Yes No
Euplain all yes answers on separate sheet and attach to green sheet
Initiating Problem, Issues, Opportunity (Who, What, When, Where, Why):
Advarrtanes If Aaarove[i: . �
DisadvantaqeslfApproved:
Disadvantages If Not Approved: �
Total Amount of CosURevenue Budgeted: ,
Transaction: "
Funding Source: Ac6vity Number.
Financial I nformation:
(F�cplain) �
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NOTES OF TF� LEGISLATIVE HEARING
LETTERS OF DEFICIENCY, CORRECTION NOTICES, AND CORRECTION ORDERS
Tuesday, May 17, 2005
Room 330 City Hall, 15 Kellogg Boulevard VJest
Marcia Moermond, Legislative Hearmg Officer
The hearmg was called to order by Ms. Moermond aY 1:35 p.m
STAFF PRESENT: Phil Owens, Division of Fire Prevention; Steve Schiller, and Steve Magner,
Neighborhood Housmg and Property Improvement O�ce; James Seeger, Office of License,
Inspecrions, and Env'sonmental Protection
Appeal of Deficiency List at 275 Summit Avenue; owner: Judith McLaughlin. (Division of
Fire Prevention)
The Appellant, Iudith McLaughlin, was present.
Phil Owens stated that the occupancy load for the house is a major concern. Orders included an
approved emergency lighting system; approved directional e�t signs; the swing of the door must
be changed to swing in the direction of travel; approved panic release hardwaze on all e�cit doors;
additional means of egress due to an inadequate number of e�ts; post the occupant load on an
approved sign in a conspicuous location neaz the main e�t ofthe room; and approved fire
extinguishers in accordance with Fire regulations.
Ms. McLaughlin stated that she has been at this location for 35 years doing private, on-site
catering, and that she has never done off-site catering. Mr. Owens noted that there has never
been a Certificate of Occupancy for this property. Ms. McLauglilin responded that she has
reapplied for her catering license for 35 years but has never been informed that she needed a
Certificate of Occupancy until now. She said she is 12-18 months from retirement, this is her
home, and this will continue to be her home when the business ends. She noted that the house
was budt in 1901. She said she is willing to put up signage and to rearrange things to comply,
plus add a second e�t to the main floor. The front door is 8 feet by 42 inches; she has talked to
two contractors and there is no efficient way to reverse the doors. One contractor suggested that
the entire door be moved so that the inside ofthe door would be outside. She said there is no
way the doors can be reversed without destroying their historic character. The side door is 7 feet
by 32 inches and the possibility exists that the door could be removed and a new door attached on
the outside. She said the front door is a major issue.
Ms Moermond discussed the occupancy number for events currently scheduled on the property.
She questioned Ms. McLaughlin as to whether there might be fewer than six events currently
scheduled where occupancy will exceed 100. Ms. McLaughlin was unsure as she did not have her
event calendar with her. Ms Moermond requested that there be no more events added to the
current calendar which would exceed 100 and Ms. McLaughlin agreed to that request.
NOTES OF TI-� LEGISLATIVE HEARING OF MAY 17, 2005 Page 2
Ms. Moermond concluded by statmg that no more 100 occupant-load events can be scheduled for
the remamuig sixteen (16) months m order to remain m co�liance or before the properiy is
retumed to residenrial use. She requested thaY Ms. McLaughlin notify her of the dates of events
presently scheduled which will exceed 100 occupants. Ms. Moermond said the decision is
effective now and a Ciry Council resolution will be processed
Appeal of Correction Norice and Summary Abatement Order at 1461 5t. Clair Avenue;
owner: Roger L. Johnson, Jr. (NHPI)
(Note: The 5ununary Abatement Order has already been appealed.)
Steve Schiller appeazed and said he is the inspector ofrecord. His supervisor appeazed at the
previous meeting.
Ms. Moermond said it is her understanding that Mr. Johnson had received no notification ofthe
meeting. Mr. Schiller said he inspected the property the previous day but he did not take pictures
as the previous pictures taken were still valid. He said the gazage is in a very deteriorated
condition. Mr. Johnson responded that it is a usable gazage.
Ms. Moermond noted that a Summary Abatement was ordered and that this is a Summary
Abatement appeal. She explained that a Summary Abatement charge would come back to Mr.
Johnson in the form of a property assessment and that the most affordable option would be for the
owners to do the work themselves.
Mr. Schiller stated that the main concern is the roof. It is literally at grade level from the yard and
cluldren will be exposed to a dangerous roof at grade level. Mr. Johnson noted that the roof is
rotting out and a tarp has been placed there to keep out the elements. Mr. Schiller added that
there aze rotted roof support beams.
Ms. Moermond said this stnxcture needs to come down and if the City takes it down, an
assessment will have to be done as to whether there are hazardous materials in the budding such
as asbestos. The City would need to follow PCA procedures before demolition could occur. This
would be an additional cost to the demolition. If the demo is handled by the City, the owner will
receive a tax assessment notice which can be appealed. She stated that the last time she checked
the City's interest rate, it was 4.5%.
Mr. Johnson said the garage has been in this condition for 20-25 years and he questioned why it is
being addressed by the City at this tune. Mr. Schiller responded there was a sweep in the alley at
which time this was noticed. Ms. Moermond added that the City has been doing sweeps of alleys
in particular. Mr. Schiller stated that these sweeps are direct orders from the Mayor's Office.
Ms. Moermond said the Mayor's order can be appealed to the City Council. She informed Mr.
Johnson that the City will be looking for corrective action and that he has until July 8, 2005 to
take care of the situation. She stressed that this is a public health and safety issue.
NOTES OF THE LEGISLATIVE HEARING OF MAY 17, 2005 Page 3
Mr. Schiller informed Mr. Johnson that he is allowed to pull a permit and install a new roof but
the work cannot be done without a build'mg permit. Mr. Johnson responded that he has
appointments this week to talk with garage builders and thax he was just trymg to avoid the cost.
Appeal at 1522-1524 CarroIl Avenue; owner: Troy Allison. (NFIPI)
(Note: it is unclear what is being appealed at this property.)
Steve Magner noted that his o�ce did not receive the appeal application. The inspector was to
the property on March 2, 2005, and found the house to be vacant and the structure was water-
damaged. Troy Allison had indicated he was the owner of the property and was sent a Vacant
Building notice. Mr. Allison responded that the house has not been vacant, that he has owned it
for over two years, and that one unit is a Section 8. He stated that inspector Dennis Senty
informed him and the neighbors that he has a sworn, written statement that the house has been
vacant for six months. It was sold to Dadders Holdings on Febn�ary 28, 2005. As of May 4,
2005, Dadders is still receiving notices that it is on the Vacant Building list. If the duplex had to
be brought into total compliance it would be very costly. He said the inspectors are not telling the
truth about being given sworn statements. Mr. Allison said he has 250 units in the City of Saint
Paul and his houses are inspected once a yeaz by Section 8 officials.
Ms. Moermond stated that the Vacant Fee letter was issued on May 4, 2005, and she doesn't feel
she has the necessary information regarding this situation. She said she will lay this matter over
for one week in order to review the file and make a decision.
Appeal of Code CompGance Inspecfion Report at 1265 Stanford Avenue; appellant: Mary
Huot, representing Tammie Head and Teri Head. (LIEP)
Ms. Moermond noted that this was a condemnation with an order to vacate and there was an
emergency abatement (cleanup). It has been declared a nuisance property. She explained that the
declaration of a nuisance structure gives time certain to bring the building into compliance.
Legislative Hearings will be conducted to discuss the plan to remove or repair the building.
She said she can answer questions about the process but will not be conducting a heazing about
the appeal at this time. She said in looking at the appeal, the things that are most likely being
appealed are the code inspection Sndings.
Mary Huot introduced herself as a probate attorney. She has been working on the case since
Betty Head, the owner of the house, died. Ms. Head's daughters, Tammie Head and Teri Head,
the heirs to the estate, have been in special classes their entire lives and their mother took care of
them completely. She requested that this hearing be continued and she would prepare a plan. She
said it will be very difficult to reach compliance with the orders as it would devastate the
daughters financially. She has a hearing in Probate Court the week ofMay 23 regarding this
issue. The probletn will be transferring the title but once that is done, Tammie and Teri Head wili
have letters and Ms. Huot will wotk with them regarding financing for the repairs.
NOTES OF THE LEGISLATIVE HEARING OF MAY 17, 2005 Page 4
Jim Seeger, Office of LIEP, noted there were many areas m the structtae contamioated with
feces, animals, and dead animals. He noted that the walls are probably filled with dead and young
anunals. It is very bad 'm the basement where the water heater is located There are many
hazardous areas with no tempered glass and many, many more health and safety issues which need
to be addressed There are low areas where water could be seepmg mto the basement. The
electrical areas were mspected by the electrical mspectors. He noted they are only looldng for
minimum housmg standards to be met.
Ms. Moermond noted that she has received phone calls and e-mails concerning tivs properiy and
requesting mformation about the struchire - whether the buiid'mg will be removed or repaired.
She eaplamed the $2,000 performance bond to be posted which would be necessary and would be
refundable upon completion of the work. A work plan will be in place, evidence will be needed of
the fmancial ability to execute the rehab (such as a letter of credit from the bank), vcant building
fees will have to be paid, plus any outstand'mg citations, real estate taxes, etc.
Ms. Moermond e�hasized that she needs to lrnow there is an understand'mg of the depth of this
project, that this is a dangerous structure. She stated that some people choose to sell tbe property
to someone who does the rehab, some choose to demo the structure, some fmd someone to do
the necessary work. In terms of code compliance, the deficiency list must be addressed and the
work must be completed. The large problem is the health issue with the feces and the dead
animals in the wa11s.
Ms. Huot noted that both of the Head daughters haue places to stay.
Ms. Moermond stated that the appeal is denied and that the major issue is bow the repair or
removal is handled.
Appeal of Deficiency List at 919 North Dale Street; owner: Anthony Mahmood.
Phil Owens stated that he spoke with the inspector of record and with Anthony Mahmood, the
owner of Aesop's Table, regarding the deficiencies. It is his recommendation that continuing use
of the existing system be allowed until such time as repair is needed, upon the annual inspection.
Ms. Moermond noted that agreement has been reached and the appeal is withdrawn.
Appeal of Deficiency List at 509 Fred Street; owner: Albert Oertwig.
Ms. Moermond stated that the Neighborhood Housing and Property Improvement Office has
requested that this item be laid over to Tuesday, June 7, 2005, and the layover has been agreed to
by the Appellant.
Ms. Moermond adjourned the hearing at 2:43 p.m.
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�l'�'t���� �lCS/aoo�
RESOLUTION
OF SA{NT PAUL, MINNESOTA
Psesented
Referred To
Council File # �S 'S ��
Green Sheet # 3p� S
Committee Date
BE TT RESOLVED, that the Council of the Ciry of Saint Paul hereby certifies and approves the May 17, 2005, decisions of the
Legislative Hearing Officer on Appeals of Letters, Coaection Notices, and Correction Orders for the following addresses:
Prooertv A aealed
919 Dale S7reet North
(Appeal withdrawn.)
��
Apnellant
Anthony and Donna Mahmood
275 Summit Avenue Judith McLaugJilin, owner
Decision: Limit attendees at any future events to no more than 100 occupants on the Deficiency List dated April 13, 2005.
i5� t52`}
� Carroll Avenue Troy Allison
(Recommendation is forthcoming.) DQcisiva�: be.n,iu.E o�-f4� c�Pea.Q_
1265 Stanford Avenue Mary Huot representing Tammie Head and Teri Head
Decision: Appeal denied on Code Compliance Inspection Report dated Apri127, 2005.
509 Fred Street Albert Oertwig, owner
Decision: Laid over to the June 7 Legislative Heazing.
Yeas Nays Absent
Benanau ✓
Bostrom ,l
Harris ,�-
Helgen ,�
Lantry ✓
Montgomery ✓
Thune ,/
7 C� O
Requested by Deparirnent of
�
Form Approved by City Attorney
�
Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council
Adopted by Council: Date ��� �S� aOD� BY �
Ada
By:
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Departme�Uoffice/oouncil: Date Initiated:
co -��� o��� Green Sheet NO: 3026775
Contact Person 8 Phone: DeoartmeM SeM To Person InitiaUDate
Marcia Mcertnond � 0 uncit
266"856� Assign 1_ ouoc0 De artment Director
Must Be on Council Agenda by (Daie): Number
2 ' Clerk
For
Routing 3
Order 4
5
Totai # of Signature Pages _(Clip All Locations for Signature)
Action Requested:
Approving the 5-17-OS decisions of the Legislarive Hearing Officer on Appeals of Letters, Conec6on Notices, and Correction Orders
for the following addresses: 919 Dale Street North, 275 Summit Avenue, 1522 Carroll Avenue, 1265 Stanford Avenue, and 509 Fred
Street.
Recommendations: Approve (A) or Rejed (R): Personal Service Contracts Must Answer the Following l�uestions:
Planning Commission 1. Has this personffirm ever worked under a contrect for this department?
CIBCommittee Yes� No
Civii Service Commission 2. Has this personffirtn ever been a city employee?
Yes No
3. Ooes,this Qersonlfirm possess a skill not normalty possessed by any
current city employee?
Yes No
Euplain all yes answers on separate sheet and attach to green sheet
Initiating Problem, Issues, Opportunity (Who, What, When, Where, Why):
Advarrtanes If Aaarove[i: . �
DisadvantaqeslfApproved:
Disadvantages If Not Approved: �
Total Amount of CosURevenue Budgeted: ,
Transaction: "
Funding Source: Ac6vity Number.
Financial I nformation:
(F�cplain) �
D� Sa�'
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NOTES OF TF� LEGISLATIVE HEARING
LETTERS OF DEFICIENCY, CORRECTION NOTICES, AND CORRECTION ORDERS
Tuesday, May 17, 2005
Room 330 City Hall, 15 Kellogg Boulevard VJest
Marcia Moermond, Legislative Hearmg Officer
The hearmg was called to order by Ms. Moermond aY 1:35 p.m
STAFF PRESENT: Phil Owens, Division of Fire Prevention; Steve Schiller, and Steve Magner,
Neighborhood Housmg and Property Improvement O�ce; James Seeger, Office of License,
Inspecrions, and Env'sonmental Protection
Appeal of Deficiency List at 275 Summit Avenue; owner: Judith McLaughlin. (Division of
Fire Prevention)
The Appellant, Iudith McLaughlin, was present.
Phil Owens stated that the occupancy load for the house is a major concern. Orders included an
approved emergency lighting system; approved directional e�t signs; the swing of the door must
be changed to swing in the direction of travel; approved panic release hardwaze on all e�cit doors;
additional means of egress due to an inadequate number of e�ts; post the occupant load on an
approved sign in a conspicuous location neaz the main e�t ofthe room; and approved fire
extinguishers in accordance with Fire regulations.
Ms. McLaughlin stated that she has been at this location for 35 years doing private, on-site
catering, and that she has never done off-site catering. Mr. Owens noted that there has never
been a Certificate of Occupancy for this property. Ms. McLauglilin responded that she has
reapplied for her catering license for 35 years but has never been informed that she needed a
Certificate of Occupancy until now. She said she is 12-18 months from retirement, this is her
home, and this will continue to be her home when the business ends. She noted that the house
was budt in 1901. She said she is willing to put up signage and to rearrange things to comply,
plus add a second e�t to the main floor. The front door is 8 feet by 42 inches; she has talked to
two contractors and there is no efficient way to reverse the doors. One contractor suggested that
the entire door be moved so that the inside ofthe door would be outside. She said there is no
way the doors can be reversed without destroying their historic character. The side door is 7 feet
by 32 inches and the possibility exists that the door could be removed and a new door attached on
the outside. She said the front door is a major issue.
Ms Moermond discussed the occupancy number for events currently scheduled on the property.
She questioned Ms. McLaughlin as to whether there might be fewer than six events currently
scheduled where occupancy will exceed 100. Ms. McLaughlin was unsure as she did not have her
event calendar with her. Ms Moermond requested that there be no more events added to the
current calendar which would exceed 100 and Ms. McLaughlin agreed to that request.
NOTES OF TI-� LEGISLATIVE HEARING OF MAY 17, 2005 Page 2
Ms. Moermond concluded by statmg that no more 100 occupant-load events can be scheduled for
the remamuig sixteen (16) months m order to remain m co�liance or before the properiy is
retumed to residenrial use. She requested thaY Ms. McLaughlin notify her of the dates of events
presently scheduled which will exceed 100 occupants. Ms. Moermond said the decision is
effective now and a Ciry Council resolution will be processed
Appeal of Correction Norice and Summary Abatement Order at 1461 5t. Clair Avenue;
owner: Roger L. Johnson, Jr. (NHPI)
(Note: The 5ununary Abatement Order has already been appealed.)
Steve Schiller appeazed and said he is the inspector ofrecord. His supervisor appeazed at the
previous meeting.
Ms. Moermond said it is her understanding that Mr. Johnson had received no notification ofthe
meeting. Mr. Schiller said he inspected the property the previous day but he did not take pictures
as the previous pictures taken were still valid. He said the gazage is in a very deteriorated
condition. Mr. Johnson responded that it is a usable gazage.
Ms. Moermond noted that a Summary Abatement was ordered and that this is a Summary
Abatement appeal. She explained that a Summary Abatement charge would come back to Mr.
Johnson in the form of a property assessment and that the most affordable option would be for the
owners to do the work themselves.
Mr. Schiller stated that the main concern is the roof. It is literally at grade level from the yard and
cluldren will be exposed to a dangerous roof at grade level. Mr. Johnson noted that the roof is
rotting out and a tarp has been placed there to keep out the elements. Mr. Schiller added that
there aze rotted roof support beams.
Ms. Moermond said this stnxcture needs to come down and if the City takes it down, an
assessment will have to be done as to whether there are hazardous materials in the budding such
as asbestos. The City would need to follow PCA procedures before demolition could occur. This
would be an additional cost to the demolition. If the demo is handled by the City, the owner will
receive a tax assessment notice which can be appealed. She stated that the last time she checked
the City's interest rate, it was 4.5%.
Mr. Johnson said the garage has been in this condition for 20-25 years and he questioned why it is
being addressed by the City at this tune. Mr. Schiller responded there was a sweep in the alley at
which time this was noticed. Ms. Moermond added that the City has been doing sweeps of alleys
in particular. Mr. Schiller stated that these sweeps are direct orders from the Mayor's Office.
Ms. Moermond said the Mayor's order can be appealed to the City Council. She informed Mr.
Johnson that the City will be looking for corrective action and that he has until July 8, 2005 to
take care of the situation. She stressed that this is a public health and safety issue.
NOTES OF THE LEGISLATIVE HEARING OF MAY 17, 2005 Page 3
Mr. Schiller informed Mr. Johnson that he is allowed to pull a permit and install a new roof but
the work cannot be done without a build'mg permit. Mr. Johnson responded that he has
appointments this week to talk with garage builders and thax he was just trymg to avoid the cost.
Appeal at 1522-1524 CarroIl Avenue; owner: Troy Allison. (NFIPI)
(Note: it is unclear what is being appealed at this property.)
Steve Magner noted that his o�ce did not receive the appeal application. The inspector was to
the property on March 2, 2005, and found the house to be vacant and the structure was water-
damaged. Troy Allison had indicated he was the owner of the property and was sent a Vacant
Building notice. Mr. Allison responded that the house has not been vacant, that he has owned it
for over two years, and that one unit is a Section 8. He stated that inspector Dennis Senty
informed him and the neighbors that he has a sworn, written statement that the house has been
vacant for six months. It was sold to Dadders Holdings on Febn�ary 28, 2005. As of May 4,
2005, Dadders is still receiving notices that it is on the Vacant Building list. If the duplex had to
be brought into total compliance it would be very costly. He said the inspectors are not telling the
truth about being given sworn statements. Mr. Allison said he has 250 units in the City of Saint
Paul and his houses are inspected once a yeaz by Section 8 officials.
Ms. Moermond stated that the Vacant Fee letter was issued on May 4, 2005, and she doesn't feel
she has the necessary information regarding this situation. She said she will lay this matter over
for one week in order to review the file and make a decision.
Appeal of Code CompGance Inspecfion Report at 1265 Stanford Avenue; appellant: Mary
Huot, representing Tammie Head and Teri Head. (LIEP)
Ms. Moermond noted that this was a condemnation with an order to vacate and there was an
emergency abatement (cleanup). It has been declared a nuisance property. She explained that the
declaration of a nuisance structure gives time certain to bring the building into compliance.
Legislative Hearings will be conducted to discuss the plan to remove or repair the building.
She said she can answer questions about the process but will not be conducting a heazing about
the appeal at this time. She said in looking at the appeal, the things that are most likely being
appealed are the code inspection Sndings.
Mary Huot introduced herself as a probate attorney. She has been working on the case since
Betty Head, the owner of the house, died. Ms. Head's daughters, Tammie Head and Teri Head,
the heirs to the estate, have been in special classes their entire lives and their mother took care of
them completely. She requested that this hearing be continued and she would prepare a plan. She
said it will be very difficult to reach compliance with the orders as it would devastate the
daughters financially. She has a hearing in Probate Court the week ofMay 23 regarding this
issue. The probletn will be transferring the title but once that is done, Tammie and Teri Head wili
have letters and Ms. Huot will wotk with them regarding financing for the repairs.
NOTES OF THE LEGISLATIVE HEARING OF MAY 17, 2005 Page 4
Jim Seeger, Office of LIEP, noted there were many areas m the structtae contamioated with
feces, animals, and dead animals. He noted that the walls are probably filled with dead and young
anunals. It is very bad 'm the basement where the water heater is located There are many
hazardous areas with no tempered glass and many, many more health and safety issues which need
to be addressed There are low areas where water could be seepmg mto the basement. The
electrical areas were mspected by the electrical mspectors. He noted they are only looldng for
minimum housmg standards to be met.
Ms. Moermond noted that she has received phone calls and e-mails concerning tivs properiy and
requesting mformation about the struchire - whether the buiid'mg will be removed or repaired.
She eaplamed the $2,000 performance bond to be posted which would be necessary and would be
refundable upon completion of the work. A work plan will be in place, evidence will be needed of
the fmancial ability to execute the rehab (such as a letter of credit from the bank), vcant building
fees will have to be paid, plus any outstand'mg citations, real estate taxes, etc.
Ms. Moermond e�hasized that she needs to lrnow there is an understand'mg of the depth of this
project, that this is a dangerous structure. She stated that some people choose to sell tbe property
to someone who does the rehab, some choose to demo the structure, some fmd someone to do
the necessary work. In terms of code compliance, the deficiency list must be addressed and the
work must be completed. The large problem is the health issue with the feces and the dead
animals in the wa11s.
Ms. Huot noted that both of the Head daughters haue places to stay.
Ms. Moermond stated that the appeal is denied and that the major issue is bow the repair or
removal is handled.
Appeal of Deficiency List at 919 North Dale Street; owner: Anthony Mahmood.
Phil Owens stated that he spoke with the inspector of record and with Anthony Mahmood, the
owner of Aesop's Table, regarding the deficiencies. It is his recommendation that continuing use
of the existing system be allowed until such time as repair is needed, upon the annual inspection.
Ms. Moermond noted that agreement has been reached and the appeal is withdrawn.
Appeal of Deficiency List at 509 Fred Street; owner: Albert Oertwig.
Ms. Moermond stated that the Neighborhood Housing and Property Improvement Office has
requested that this item be laid over to Tuesday, June 7, 2005, and the layover has been agreed to
by the Appellant.
Ms. Moermond adjourned the hearing at 2:43 p.m.
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