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08-483Amended 5/07/2008 ITY Presented by RESOLUTION Council File # �� Green Sheet # 3050558 PAUL, MINNESOTA �� 1 WHEREAS, Department of Safety and Inspections has requested the City Council to 2 hold public hearings to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering the repair or wrecking 3 and removal of a two story plus, wood frame, four-piex and iYs metal shed located on property 4 hereinafter refened to as the "Subj ect Properiy" and commonly laiown as 683/685 NORTH 5 STREET. This properiy is legally described as follows, to wit: IIZVINES SECOND ADDITION TO ST. PAUL SUB7 TO ESMT AND EX N 39 1/10 FT THE W 15 FT OF LOT 9 ALSO ALL OF LOT 10 BLK 10 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 WHEREAS, based upon the records in the Ramsey County Recorder's Office and information obtained by Depariment of Safety and Inspections on or before Apri12, 2007, the following are the now known interested or responsible parties far the Subject Property: World Savings Bank Fsb/Co World Savings And Ln Assoc, 4101 Wiseman Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78265; Wilford & Geske, 7650 Currell Blvd, Suite #300, Woodbury, MN 55125; Mark Tonia/ Counselor Realty, 3580 Linden Ave, White Beaz Lake, MN 55110; Aayton's Bluff District 4 Comxnunity Council. WHEREAS, Deparhnent of Safety and Inspections 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 January 15, 2008; and WHEREAS, this order informed the then known interested or responsible parties that the structure located on the 5ubject 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 Property by February 14, 2008; and WHEREAS, the enforcement officer has posted a placard on the Subject Property declaring this building(s) to constitute a nuisance condition; subject to demolition; and WHEREAS, this nuisance condition has not been corrected and Department of Safety and Inspections 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 WIIEREAS, a hearing was held before the Legislative Hearing Officer of the Saint Paul City Council on Tuesday, Apri18, 2008 to hear testimony and evidence, and after receiving testimony and evidence, made the recommendation to approve the request to order the interested D8-�Ff3 az 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 or responsible parties to make the Subject Proper[y safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfaze 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 WHEREAS, a heazing was held before the Saint Paul City Council on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 and the testimony and evidence including the action taken by the Legislative Hearing Officer was considered by the Council; now therefore BE IT RESOLVED, that based upon the testimony and evidence presented at the above referenced public heazings, the Saint Paul City Council hereby adopts the following Findings and Order concerning the Subject Property at 683(685 NORTH STREET. That the Subject Property comprises a nuisance condition as defined in Saint Paul Legislative Code, Chapter 45. 2. That the costs of demolition and removal of this building(s) is estimated to exceed five thousand dollars ($5,000.00). That there now exists and has existed multiple Housing or Building code violations at the Subject Property. 4. 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). 5. � That the deficiencies causing this nuisance condition have not been corrected. That Department of Safety and Inspections 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 Department of Safety and Inspections, Vacant/Nuisance Buildings. 8. That the known interested parties and owners aze as previously stated in this resolution and that the notification requirements of Chapter 45 have been fulfilled. ORDER The Saint Paul City Council hereby makes the following order: The above referenced interested or responsible parties shall make the Sub}ect Property safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighting influence on the community'�- r°'�°'��'�`°`�� *'��° °'M.�'..�° °�a ^ °�':�� °" 0�- �83 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 2. 95 96 97 98 99 100 3. 101 102 103 104 105 106 4. 107 ,a,�,.:,. ,. ..:w„a ;., ,we ,.�.,.. „.oc ..e.,,.e,a n..aar.,. n h� rr,,;�.,.,.e o.,:ia:�,.i�� : �.�.�..�.�., ...: i.:�..�...,�.. ... '"" ....,., . � ."" _""".. ,. '., "' �"' ' . �_.. _ _"_"' _ _" ..,.,.,. A.,«..e ..,:�L, ii .,««1;..,,l.i� ..,.,7,... .,...7 ..«A;...,�, .. rl.e �14e� b a� i � �°° �-: ___ ^^ y demolishing "_'_—___ "'_"'"`__ _" "___ __'-. ___ .. _ and removing the stnxcture in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The ��ak�il��e� demolition and removal of the structure must be completed within fifteen (15) days after the date of the Council Hearing. If the above corrective action is not completed within this period of time Department of Safety and Inspections is hereby authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to demolish and remove this structure, fill the site and chazge the costs incurred against the Subject Property pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. In the event the building is to be demolished and removed by the City of Saint Paul, ali personal property or fixtures of any kind which interfere with the demolition and removal shall be removed from the property by the responsible parties by the end of this time period. If all personal property is not removed, it shall be considered to be abandoned and the City of Saint Paul shall remove and dispose of such property as provided by law. It is further 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. Requested by Department oE Adopted by Council: Date AdopYion Certified by Cou ci] Secreta� B � Approved by, jvlag . Date '��7 (�� . B Y� ��--- Safety and Inspections Code Enforceme�t / Vacant Buildings By: Form Approved by City Attorney By: Form Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council By: � Green Sheet Green Sheet Green Sheet Green Sheet Green Sheet Green Sheet DepartmenUo�celcouncil: Datelnitiated: GPeeI1 SIIP�eI NO 3050558 SI — DeptofSafery&Inspecrions 2SFEB-08 Conqct Person & Phone: Bob Kessler 266-9013 Must Be on Councii Agend 07-MAY-OS Doc. Type: RESOLUTION E-DOCUment Required: N Document Contact: Contact Phone: Total # of Signature Pages y Assign Number For Routing Order (Clip All Locations for Signature) 0 e t of Safe & Ins ections 2 itv Attome 3 a or's Office Mayor/ASSistant 4 ouucil > i Clerk Ci Clerk os-��3 � City Commcil to pass this resolution which will order �he owner(s) to remove or repair the referenced bui(ding(s). If the owner fails to comply with the resolution, the Department of Safety and Inspections is ordered to remove the building. The subject properiy is located at 683/685 NORTH ST . aanons: r�pprove �v.) or n Planning Commission CIB Committee Civil Service Commission Must 1. Has this persoNfrm ever worked under a contract for this department� Yes No 2. Has this person/frm ever been a city employee? Yes No 3. Does this persoNfrm possess a skill not normally possessed by any current city employee? Yes No Explain ail yes answers on separate sheet and attach to green sheet Initiating Problem, Issues, Opporfunity (Who, What, When, Where, Why): 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, in[erested parties and responsible parties known to the Enforcement Officer were given an order to repair or remove the building at 683/685 NORTH ST by February 14, 2008, and have failed to comply with those orders. Advantages If Approved: The City will eliminate a nuisance. Disadvantages If Approved: The City will spend funds to wreck and remove this building(s). These costs will be assessed to the properiy, collected as a special assessment against the property taxes. A nuisance condition will remain unabated in the Ciry. This building(s) wiLl continue to blight [he community. DisadvanWges If Not Approved: A nuisance corcdition will remain unabated in the City. This building(s) will continue to blight the community. Total Amount of Cost/Revenue Budgeted: Transaction: Fundiny source: Nuisance Housing Abatement A�tivity Number: 001-00257 F inancial Information: (Expiain) MAR 0 4 2008 � � �, February 28, 2005 10:17 AM Page 1 OS � DEPARTMEA'T OF SAFETY Ai�ID INSPECTIONS Dick Ltp pert Manager of Code Enforcement CITY OF SAII�1T PAUL Christopher B. Coleman, Mayor Nuisance Building Enforcement February 29,2008 1600 White Bear Ave N Tel. (6i 1) 266-1900 SamtPaul,MN55106 Fax:(6i1)266-1926 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Council President and Members of the City Council Department of Safety and Inspections, 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: 683/685 NORTH ST The City Council has scheduled the date of these hearings as follows: Legislative Hearing — Tuesday, April 8, 2008 City Council Hearing — Wednesday, May 7, 2008 The owners and responsible parties of record are: Name and Last Known Address World Savings Bank Fsb c/o World Savings And Loan Assoc 4101 Wiseman Blvd San Antonio TX 78265-4200 Wilford & Geske 7650 Currell Blvd, Suite #300 Woodbury, MN 55125 Mark Tonia/Counselor Realty, Inc 3580 Linden Ave White Bear Lake MN 55110 Dayton's Bluff District 4 Community Council Karinna daytonsbluff.org Interest Fee Owner Foreclosure Attorneys Interested Party District Council Contact AA-ADA-EEO Employer a • ♦ 683/685 NORTH ST February 29, 2008 page 2 The legal description of this property is: IRVINES SECOND ADDITTON TO ST. PAtiL SUBJ TO ESMT AND EX N 39 1/10 FT THE W 15 F'T OF LOT 9 ALSO ALL OF LOT 10 BLK 10 With the following Historic Preservation information: District: HPL-DB Building Name: Kinnin Duplex Inventory #: RA-SPC-2869 The Department of Safety and Inspections has declared this building(s) to constitute a°nuisance" as defined by Legislative Code, Chapter 45. The Department of Safety and Inspections has issued an order to the then lrnown responsible parties to eliminate this nuisance condition by correcting the deficiencies or by razing and removing this building(s). The property was re-inspected on February 19, 2008. There was no compliance and the nuisance condition remains unabated, the community continues to suffer the blighting influence of this property. It is the recommendation of the Department of Safety and Inspections that the City Council pass a resolution ordering the responsible parties to either repair, or demolish and remove this building in a timely manner, and failing that, authorize the Department of Safety and Inspections to proceed to demolition and removal, and to assess the costs incurred against the real estate as a special assessment to be collected in the same manner as taaces. Sincerely, Steve Magn er Steve Magner Vacant $uildings Manager Department of Safety and Inspections SM:nm cc: Chad Staul, City Attorneys Office Mary Erickson, Assistant Secretary to the Council Cindy Carlson, PED-Aousing Division Nancy Homans, Invest St. Paul District Council — Community Organizer pubhmg60183 1/08 �-�{83 SUMMARY FOR PUBLIC HEARING 683-685 North Street Legislative Hearing — Tuesday, Apri18, 2008 City Council — Wednesday, May 7, 2008 The building is a two story, wood frame four-plex with a detached metal shed, on a lot of 5,663 square feet. According to our files, it has been a vacant building since April 1, 2005. The current property owner is Paul Ruoho, per AMANDA and Ramsey counTy property records. The city has had to board this building to secure it from trespass. There have been ten (10) SUMMARY ABATEMENT NOTICES since 2005. There have been six (6) WORK ORDERS issued for: - Removal of snow and ice - Removal of debris and improperly stored refuse - Boarding On October 30, 2007, 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 posted on January 15, 2008 with a compliance date of February 14, 2008. As of this date this property remains in a condition which comprises a nuisance as defined by the legislative code. The Vacant Building registration fees are paid. Taxation has placed an estimated market value of $60,000 on the land and $257,900 on the building. As of April 4, 2008, a Code Compliance inspection has not been completed. As of January 31, 2008, the $5,000.00 performance bond has been posted. Real Estate taxes for the year 2007 are delinquent in the amount of $2,375.00, plus penalty and interest. Code Enforcement Officers estimate the cost to repair this structure is $100,000 to $120,000. The estimated cost to Demolish is $17,729 to $22,729. NHPI, Division of Code Enforcement Resolution submitted for consideration orders the property owner to repair ar remove this structure within fifteen (15) days, if not the resolution authorizes the Division of Code Enforcement to demolish and assess the costs to the property. Property Look Up Information - Structure Description Hpme Sife i+lap Page 1 of 2 p�-�83 CanYacf tds Property Look Up Information - Structure Description Home � � Information � � Pro�ertv Look Up � � Record Look U� � � Contact Us New Prooerty Search Sack_to Search i3esults Quick Infp Pro ert�Information Tax�a�er Nam2_and Address Vaiue Information Vahue tiistorv Structure Description Sale tnformation S�eciai Assessments Pronert�"fax Payment Info Pr�erty Tax P�y_ment FliStorX Current Property Tax Statement(Value Notice 2007 Prapertv Tax StatemenLValue Notice 2046 Prop� Tax StatemenLValue Natice 2005 Pro�erty_Tax StatementlVafue �otice > Structure Description property Identification 32.29.22.12.0014 Number (PIN) Property Address 683 No�th St St. Paul 55106-4435 Commercial Property: Parcel5ize .13 Acres Parcel Width Parcet Depth Land Use Code 401 Land Use Description M- Apartments 1-9 Rental Units # of suildings 1 Building# Bldg Area # of Stories Year Built 1 5,664 2.00 189� http:Urrinfo.cosamsey.mn.us/public/characteristic/Parcel.pasp?sczn=Dwelling&pin= 4/7/2008 o�-�� DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY AND INSPECTIOA'S Dick Lepper� Manager of Code Enforcement CI� Q� SA�T PA�. Nuisance Bualding Enfm�cement Christopher B Coleman, Mayor /600 Whize Bear Ave N Saint Pau1, MN 55706 www.sipaul gov January 15, 2008 World Savings Bank Fsb/Co World Savings And Ln Assoc 4101 Wiseman Blvd San Antonio TX 78265-4200 Wilford & Geske 7650 Currell Blvd, Suite 300 Woodbury, MN 55125 Mark Tonia/Counselor Realty, Inc 3580 Linden Ave White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) Dear Sir or Madam Tei. (651J 266-l900 Fax: (651) 266-1926 The Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Unit, Department of the Department of SafeTy and Inspections, Division of Code Enforcement, hereby declares the premises located at: 683/685 NORTH ST With the following Historic Preservation information: District: HPL-DB Building Name: Kinning Duplex Inventory #: RA-SPC-2869 and legally described as follows, to wit: IRVINES SECOND ADDITION TO ST. PAUL SUBJ TO ESMT AND EX N 39 1/1 O FT THE W 15 FT OF LOT 9 ALSO ALL OF LOT 10 BLK 10 to comprise a nuisance condition in violation of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, Chapter 45.02, and subject to demolition under authority of Chapter 45.11. On October 30, 2007, a Building Deficiency Inspection Report was compiled and the following conditions were observed. This list of deficiencies is not necessarily all the deficiencies present at this time. As first remedial action, a Code Compliance Inspection must be obtained from the Building Inspection and Design Section, 8 Fourth Street East, Suite 200, Commerce Building (651)266-9090. That inspection will identify specific defects, necessary repairs and legal requirements to correct this nuisance condition. You may also be required to post a flive thousand dollar ($5,000.00) performance bond with the Building Inspection and Design Office before any permits are issued, except for a demolition permit. AA-ADA-EEO Employer c�8- �83 January 15, 2008 683J685 NORTH ST page 2 This building(s) is subject to the restrictions of Saint Paul Ordinance Chapter 33.03 and shall not again be used for occupancy until such time as a Certificate of Compliance or a Certificate of Occupancy has been issued. This is a two story plus, wood frame, four-plex and it's metal shed. Exterior 1. GARAGES AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES. All garages and accessory structures must be in sound condition and secure from unauthorized entry. Repair or replace any missing doors, windows, or hardware for same. 2. The chimney is defective, deteriorated or in a state of disrepair. Replace al] missing or defective bricks, tuckpoint as needed to restore the chimney to a professional state of maintenance and repair. Permit may be required. 3. The eaves and soffits aze in a state of disrepair or deterioration. Repair all defects, holes, breaks, loose or rotting boards, to a professional state of maintenance. Permit may be required. 4. The exterior walls andlor trim of the house andlor garage has defective, peeled, flaked, scaled or chalking paint or has unpainted wood surfaces. Scrape and repaint to effect a sound condition in a professional manner. The foundation is deteriorated, defective or in a state of disrepair. Repair all foundation defects in a professional manner to a weather-tight, water-tight and rodent-proof condition. Permit may be required. 6. There are missing or defective guardrails. Provide all stairways, porches, decks or steps which are more than 30" high with guardrails and intermediate rails with openings in the guardrail no more than four (4) inches apart and in accordance with the State Building Code. The roof is deteriorated, defective, or in a state of disrepair. Repair or replace the roof covering to a sound, tight and water impervious condition. Permit may be required. 8. There is evidence of a rodent infestation. Immediately exterminate and eliminate all rodents from the entire building. Remove rodent harborages in the yard areas. Tuckpoint the foundation if necessary to rodent-proof the building to prevent re-infestation. Immediately remove any dead rodents from the premises. 9. The exterior walls of the house and/or garage are defective. Repair all holes, breaks, loose or rotting siding, to a�rofessional state of maintenance. 08-483 January 15, 2008 683/685 \TORTH ST page 3 10. Lack of Water Service. Immediately restore water service. Failure to provide water sercice will result in these premises being declared Unfit for Human Habitation and ordered vacated for lack of this basic facility. 1 l. The windows and/or storm windows are in a state of disrepair. Replace all missing or broken window glass. Make all necessary repairs to frames, sashes, hardwaze and associated trim in a professional manner. Permit may be required. 12. The window and/or door screens are missing, defective or in a state of disrepair. Provide proper window and door screens for all openable windows and doors. Screens must be tight-fitting and securely fastened to the frames. Interior 13. The bathroom floor covering is deteriorated or inadequate. Provide floor covering which is impervious to water and easily cleanable throughout the bathroom and seal around the edges and fixtures. 14. FURNACE: Have a licensed heating contractor service and clean the furnace or boiler and make any necessary repairs. Perform a C/O test on the heating plant. Then, send the attached form back to the Inspector. Repair of gas fired appliances requires a permit. 15. G.EC.I.: The bathroom is lacking an electrical G.F.C.I. outlet. Permit May Be Required. 16. The interior ceilings are defective. Repair all ceiling defects and finish in a professional manner. 17. The interior walls are defective. Repair all wall defects and finish in a professional manner. 18. Smoke Detector: Lack of properly instailed and operable smoke detector. Provide functioning smoke detectors in accordance with the attached requirement, within 24 hours. As owner, agent or responsible party, you are hereby notified that if these deficiencies and the resulting nuisance condition is not corrected by February 14, 2008 the Department of Safety and Inspections, Division of Code Enforcement, will begin a substantial abatement process to demolish and xemove the building(s). The costs of this action, including administrative costs and demolition costs will be assessed against the property taxes as a special assessment in accordance with law. As first remedial action, a Code Compliance Inspection Report must be obtained from the Buildang Inspection and Design Section, 8 Fourth Street, Suite #200, Commerce Building, (651)266-9090. This inspectaon will identify specific defects, necessary repairs and legal requirements to correct this nuisance condition. � � �� • January 15, 2008 683/685 NORTH ST page 4 As an owner or responsible party, you are required by law to provide full and complete disclosure of this "Order to Abate" to ail interested parties, all present or subsequent renters and any subsequent owners. If you sell, transfer, or convey in any manner, the ownership or responsibility for this property, you must within seven (7) days, notify the Enforcement Officer with the names and addresses of any new owners or resgonsible parties. The Enforcement Officer is required by law to post a placard on this property which declares it to be a"nuisance condition", subject to demolition and removal by the City. This placard shall not be removed without the written authority of the Department of Safety and Inspections, Division of Code Enforcement. The department is further required to file a copy of this "Order to Abate" with the City Clerk's Office. If corrective action is not taken within the time specified in this order, the Enforcement Officer will notify the City Council that abatement action is necessary. The City Clerk will then schedule dates for Public Hearings before the City Council at which time testimony will be heard from interested parties. After this hearing the City Council will adopt a resolution stating what action if any, it deems appropriate. If the resolution calls for abatement action the Council may either arder the City to take the abatement action or fix a time within which this nuisance must be abated in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 33 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code and provide that if corrective action is not taken within the specified time, the City shall abate this nuisance. The costs of this action, including administrative costs will be assessed against the property as a special assessment in accordance with law. If you have any questions or request additional information please contact Rich Singerhouse between the hours of 8:00 and 9:30 a.m. at 651-266-1945, or you may leave a voice mail message. Sincerely, Steve Magner Vacant Buildings Program Manager Division of Code Enforcement cc: Mary Erickson - Council Research Cindy Carlson - PED Housing Ainy Spong — Heritage Preservation ota60135 12/07 c�—�{83 DEPARTMENT OF FIRE AND SAFETY SERVICES Dougtas A. Holton, Fire Ch�ef CTT'Y OF SAINT PAUL Chrlsmpher B Coleman, iNayar March 5, 2007 MARK TONIA/COUNSELOR REALTY, INC 3580 LINDEN AVE WHITE BEAR LAKE MN 55110 RE: TEAM INSPECTION 683 NORTH ST Ref # 10886 Dear Property Representative: DIVIS[ON OF FIRE PREVENTION Steven Zaccard. Fire Marshal IOOE.EleventhStreet Telephone 651-228-6230 SmnlPaul,M.N5J701 Facsrmr[e. Your building was inspected on Mazch 1, 2007 for the renewal of your Certificate of Occupancy. Approva] for occupancy will be granted upon compliance with the following deficiency list. The items on the list must be corrected immediately. Failure to comply may result in a criminal ciYation or the revocation of the Certificate of Occupancy. The Saint Paul Legislative Code requires that no building shall be occupied without a Certificate of Occupancy. The code also provides for the assessment of additional reinspection fees. YOU WILL BE RESPONSTBLE FORNOTIFYING TENANTS IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING LIST OF DEFICIENCIES ARE THEIR RESPONSIBILITY. DEFICIENCY LIST 1. ALL - SPLC 34.09 (3), 3432 (3) - Repair and maintain the window frame.-ALL WINDOWS MUST BE IN GOOD CONDITION, LOCK, STAY OPEN WITHOUT PROPS. 2. BACK PORCH - SPLC 34.10 (2), 3433 - Repair and maintain the damaged structural member. This repair may require a building permit, call LIEP at (651) 266-9040.-CEILING-ROOF OF REAR PORCH IN POOR CONDITION. REPAIR. 3. BASEMENTS - MSFC 605.1 - Repair or replace damaged electrical fixtures. This work may require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. 4. ELECTRICAL - BASEMENT - MSFC 605.1 -Provide a grounding jumper around the water meter. 5. ELECTRICAL - GENERAL - NEC 408 .4 Circuit Directory or Circuit Identification.-Provide for all electrical panels to have an up to daYe circuit directory, 6. ELECTRICAL - GENERAL - MSFC 605.6 - Provide electrical cover plates to all outlets, switches and junction boxes where missing. �8 -�f 8�3 7. ELECTRICAL - GENERAL - NEC 210-7 (d) - Provide for electrica] replacement receptacles to be grounded.-Provide for all 3 prong receptacles to have a ground or rewire per current electrical code. Test all receptacles (many found and others with no power at time of inspection). 8. ELECTRICAL - GENERAL - NEC 300-11 Provide for all raceways, boxes, cabinets, and fittings to be securely fastened in place.-Secure the conduit and the electrical box located in the room off from the kitchen in Unit 2(683). Secure the wire mold located on the wall in Unit 1(683). 9. ELECTRICAL - GENERAL - MSFC 605.1- All light fixtures shall be maintained with protective globes if originally equipped. 10. EXTERIOR - SPLC 34.08 (1), 3431 (1) - All exterior property areas shall be maintained free from any accumulation of refuse, garbage or feces. 11. EXTERIOR - 34.08.7 DRIVEWAY DOES NOT MEET CODE-MUST BE COVERED WITH DURABLE FINISH 12. EXTERIOR - M5FC 304.3.3 - Relocate dumpster at least 5 feet away from combustible walls, openings, or combustible eaves and overhangs. 13. EXTERIOR - SPLC 34.09 (3), 3432 (3) - Provide or repair and maintain the window screen. 14. EXTERIOR - SPLC 34.09 (3), 3432 (3) - Repair and maintain the door in good condition.-FRONT AND REAR STORM DOORS, EXTERIOR DOORS MUST BE IN GOOD CONDITION, W EATHBRSTRIPPED. l5. EXTERIOR - SPLC 34A9 (1) e, 3432 (1) d- Provide and maintained the roof weather tight and free from defects.-REPAIR/REPLACE LEAKING GUTTERS 16. HALLS - SPLC 34.10 (5), 3433 (4), 34.16 - Provide and maintain interior in a clean and sanitary condition. 17. HALLS - SPLC 34.10 (7), 3433 (6) - Repair and maintain the walls in an approved manner.-REPLACE PAMAGED PANELING WITH SHEETROCK, CLEAN UP, PAINT 18. HALLS - SPLC 34.10 (7), 3433 (6) - Repair and maintain the floor in an approved manner.-REPLACE TORN TILE, WORN CARPET 19. INTERIOR - MSFC 901.6 - The smoke detector in stairwell beeping-replace-INTERCONNECTED SMOKE DETECTORS IN BASEMENT/HALL MUST BE IN WORKING ORDER 20. INTERIOR - MSFC 605.1- All light fixtures shall be maintained with protective globes if originally equipped. 21. MECHANICALI b85 LOWER iJNITIFIREPLACE - SPLC 34.23, MSFC 110.1 - This occupancy is condemned as unsafe or dangerous. This occupancy must not be used until re-inspected and approved by this office.-This is not a legal fireplace. It was designed for coal only. Permanetly block use. 22. MECHANICAL/ ALL BATHS - SPLC 34.14 (3), MPC 4715.200.T - Provide and maintain a window ar approved ventilation system in all bathrooms. 23. MECHANICAL/ ALL KITCHEN STOVES - UMC 2214 - Install, repair, or replace listed gas appliance fuel connector maximum 3 feet in length. (Kitchen range and clothes dryer maximum 6 foot length.) This work my require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. 24. MECHANICAL/ BOILER - SPLC 34.11 (6), 3434 (3) - Provide service of heating facility by a licensed contractor which must include a cazbon monoxide test. Submit a completed copy of the Saint Paul Fire Marshal's Existing Fuel Buming Equipment Safety Test Report to this office. 25. MECHANICAL/ BOILER AND RELATED PIPING - MN Rules 1300.0180 - Immediately discontinue use of unsafe heating appliance until repaired or replaced by a licensed contractor. This work will require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. Red tags may not be removed except by fire department inspector.-All copper piping removed. Repair per code. 26. MECHANICALf BOILER AND RELATED PIPING - MFGC 406.5.2 - Immediately repair or replace the leaking fuel equipment piping. This work will require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090.-All copper removed. Gas meter off. Gas not to be turned on without a finaled mechanical permit from LIEP. 27. MECHANICALf BOILER AND RELATED PIPING - UMC 104 - Correct and maintain any changes made to the original system in compliance with the mechanical code to prevent unsafe, unhealthy or overloaded conditions. This work will require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090.-All copper removed. 28. MECHANICAL/ BOILER AND RELATED PIPING - SPLC 34.11 (6) - Provide and maintain a minimum of 68 degrees F in all habitable rooms at all times.-All radiation removed. 29. MECHANICAL/ BOTH BRICK CHIMNEYS - SPLC 34.10 (2), 34.33 -Remove ar repair and maintain the damaged chimneys. This repair will require a building permit, call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. 30. MECHANICAL/ BOTH BRICK CHIMNEYS - SPLC 34.23, MSFC 110.1 - The chimneys are condemned as unsafe or dangerous. This occupancy must not be used until re-inspected and approved by this office. 31. PLUMBING - SPLC 34.11, SBC 2902.1, SPLC 34.17 - Repair or replace and maintain the plumbing fixture to an operational condition.-Repair all waste, vent and water piping as needed to comply with St. Paul plumbing code. 32. PLUMBING - SPLC 34.11 (4), 34.34 (1) - Provide an adequate water supply to all water closets, sinks, showers and tubs. 33. PLUMBING - MUMC 2209 - Provide leak tight caps or plugs on disconnected or unused gas lines. 34. PLUMBING - SPC 4715.0200(c) - Have plumbing waste and vent system tested to discover all leaks and defects in work and materials. 35. PLUMBING - SPC 4715.0402 - Provide approved plumbing materials for water, waste, and vent. 36. PLUMBING 683 iJNIT 1 LOWER - SPLC 34.11, SBC 2902.1, SPLC 34.17 - Repair or replace and maintain the plumbing fixture to an operational condition.-Repair or replace and maintain an approved private tub or shower. This work may require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. Also toilet. 37. PLUMBING 683 LJNIT 1 LOWER - SPLC 34.11 (4), 34.34 (1) - Provide and maintain an approved waste trap.-On kitchen sink. AA-ADA-EEO Employer S , �� I 38. PLUMBING 683 UNIT 2 UPPER - SPLC 34.11 (5), 3434 (2) - Contact a licensed contractor to repair or replace the water heater. This work may require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. 39. PLUMBING 685 LTNIT 1 LOWER - SPLC 34.1 I, SBC 29021, SPLC 34.17 - Repair or replace and maintain the plumbing fixture to an operational condition.-Repair or replace and maintain an approved kitchen sink. This work may require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. 40. PLUMBING 685 IJNIT 1 LOWER - SPLC 34.11 (4), 3434 (1) - Provide and maintain an approved waste trap.-Repair illegal kitchen sink waste. 41. PLUMBING 68� iINIT 1 LOWER - SPLC 34.11 (5), 3434 (2) - Contact a licensed contractor to repair or replace the water heater. This work may require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. 42. PLUMBING 685 iJNIT 1 LOWER - SPC 4715.1220 - Install plumbing fixtures with adequate space for use and cleaning. 43. PLUMBING 685 iJNIT 2 UPPER - SPLC 34.11 (4), 34.34 (1) - Provide and maintain an approved waste trap.-On kitchen sink. 44. PLUMBING 685 iJNIT 2 UPPER - SPLC 34.11 (4), 34.34 (1) - Repair and maintain sewer vent.-Repair illegal lav and kitchen sink vent . 45. PLUMBING 685 tTNIT 2 UPPER - SPLC 34.11 (5), 34.34 (2) - Contact a licensed contractor to repair or replace the waYer heater. This work may require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. 46. LTNIT 1-683 - SPLC 34.12 (2), 34.35 (1) - Repair and maintain all reyuiced and supplied equipment in an operative and safe condition.-THERMOSTAT COVER 47. LTNIT 1-683 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 3433 (6) - Repair and maintain the walls in an approved manner.- HOLES IN WALL 48. LTNIT 1-683 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 3433 (6) - Repair and maintain the floor in an approved manner.- KITCHEN FLOOR-REPLACE CARPET 49. iJNIT 1-683 - MN Stat. 249F362 - Immediately provide and maintain a smoke detector located outside each sleeping area. 50. IJNIT 1-683 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 3433 (6) - Repair and maintain the ceiling in an approved manner.- RESHEETROCK, REPAIR BATHROOM CEILING 51, iJNIT 1-685 - SPLC 34.14 (2) c- Provide ar replace the duplex convenience outlet with ground fault protection within 3 feet of the basin on an adjacent wall in all bathrooms. This work may require a permit(s). Call LIEP at (651) 266-9090. 52. LTNIT 1-685 - SPLC 34.12 (2), 3435 (1) - Repair and maintain all required and supplied equipment in an operative and safe condition.-KITCHEN HOOD 53. IJNIT 1-685 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 34.33 (6) - Repair and maintain the floor in an approved manner.- REPLACE BATHROOM FLOOR AND CARPET 54. I1NIT 1-685 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 34.33 (6) - Repair and maintain the cabinets in an approved manner. . r- • 55. LJNIT 1-685 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 3433 (6) - Repair or replace and maintain the woodwork in an approved manner.-BEDROOM DOOR 56. LTNIT 1-685 - SPLC 34.14 (3) - Provide and maintain a window or approved ventilation system in all bathrooms. 57. LJNIT 1-685 - SPLC 34.11, SBC 2902.1, SPLC 34.17 - Provide an approved number and type of plumbing fixtures.-TOILET TANK COVER, BATHROOM SINK FAUCET 58. L7NIT 1-685 - MN Stat. 299F362 - Immediately provide and maintain a smoke detector located outside each sleeping area. 59. iJNIT 1-685 - SPLC 34.09 (3) i- Provide and maintain an approved one-inch throw single cylinder deadbolt lock. 60. IJNIT 2-683 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 3433 (6) - Repair and maintain the ceiling in an approved manner.-Patch the holes and/or cracks in the ceiling. Paint the ceiling. BATHROOM CEILING 61. iJNTT 2-683 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 34.33 (6) - Repair and maintain the cabinets in an approved manner.- REPLACE ANY DAMAGED CABINETS 62. tJNIT 2-683 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 34.33 (6) - Repair and maintain the walls in an approved manner.-Paint the wall. Patch the holes and/or cracks in the walls. 63. tJNIT 2-683 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 3433 (6) - Repair and maintain the floor in an approved manner.-Repair or replace the floor tile. 64. iJNIT 2-685 - SPLC 34.10 (7), 34.33 (6) - Repair and maintain the cabinets in an approved manner.- REPLACE ALL DAMAGED CABINETS 65. tJNIT 2-685 - MN Stat. 299F362 - Immediately provide and maintain a smoke detector located outside each sleeping area. 66. UNITl-683 - SPLC 3410 (7), 3433 (6) - Repair and maintain the cabinets in an approved manner.- REPLACE ALL DAMAGED CABINETS 67. L7NITS - SPLC 34.09 (3), 3432 (3) - Repair and maintain the door frame.-ALL tJNIT DOORS AND FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR MUST BE iN GOOD CONDITION, FRAMES MUST BE IN GOOD CONDITION, UNIT DOORS MUST BE 20 MINUTE WITH SELF CLOSERS, ONE INCH DEADBOLT LOCKS. 68. LTNITS - MSFC 901.6 - Provide required annual maintenance of the fire extinguishers by a qualified person and tag the fire extinguishers with the date of service. 69. LINITS - SPLC 34.12 (2), 3435 (1) - Repair and maintain all required and supplied equipment in an operative and safe condition.-ALL HEAT COVERS 70. UNITS - SPLC 34.12 (Z), 34.35 (I) - Repair and maintain all required and supplied equipment in an operative and safe condition.-ALL APPLIANCES MUST BE CLEANED UP, OPERABLE OR REPLACED AA-ADA-EEO Empbya c��—u83 71. t3NITS - SPLC 34.10 (7), 34.33 (6) - Repair and maintain the walls in an approved manner.-Paint the wall. Patch the holes and/or cracks in the walls. 72. SPLC 34.09 (3), 34.32 (3) - Provide or repair and maintain the window screen. 73. SPLC 39.02(c) - Complete and sign the provided smoke detector affidavit and return it to this office. You have the right to appeal these orders to the Legislative Hearing Officer. Applications for appeals may be obtained at the City Clerks Office, Room 290, (651-266-8688) and must be filed within 10 days of the date of the original orders. 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Paui Ruoho appeazed and stated that he had purchased the property in January, 2008. Mr. Magner stated the building was a two-story, wood frame, four-plex with a detached metal shed on a lot of 5,663 squaze feet and had been vacant since April 1, 2005. A team inspection had been done on March 5, 2007, the vacant building regisirarion fees were current, and the $5,000 performance bond had been posted on January 31, 2008. On October 30, 2007, an inspection of the building was done and a list of deficiencies which constitute a nuisance condition was developed. An order to abate a nuisance building was posted on January 15, 2008 with a compliance date of Febnzary 14, 2008. To date, the property remained in a condition which comprised a nuisance as defined by the Legislative Code. Ramsey County Taxation estimated the market value of the land to be approximately $60,000 and the building to be $257,900. Real estate taxes far 2007 were delinquent in the amount of $2,375.OQ plus penalty and interest. Code Enforcement estimates the cost to repair the building to be approximately $100,000 to $120,000. The cost for demolition was estimated to be approximately $17,729 to $22,729. There had also been 10 summary abatements issued to this property since 2005, six ofwhich went to work order: to secure the building and the City had to board the building to secure it from trespass, remove improperly stored refuse, remove snow and ice, and an emergency boarding. Code Enforcement recommends the building be repaired or removed within 15 days. Mr. Magner presented photographs of the property. Ms. Moermond asked how they became aware this was a vacant building. Mr. Magner stated that the property was referred by Fire Prevention staff as they had condemned the building and refened the property to the V acant Buildings Program. Ms. Moermond asked for a report from Ms. Spong. Ms. Spong stated that this building is located in the Dayton's Bluff Historic District behind the Stutzman Building which had been restored. This building was built in 1889 and was considered a contributing building to the neighborhood. Her office had received many complaints concerning this building; the building was "red tagged" in January for work being performed without a permit; the owner then came to her office and found out that the building was located in the historic district and they discussed the process. In March there were additional complaints of work being performed without permits; vinyl windows being installed. On Apri14 another complaint was received for work being done without a permit. She had received a report from Jim Seeger that morning and he told her that he haa inspected the property and the owner had removed the vinyl windows and replaced them with wooden windows. The owner had also removed the transoms for the doors which he was able to salvage and put back in. Mr. Seeger indicated to her that he was presently surprised by the quality of work that has been taking place on the interior. Ms. Spong stated that it was her understanding that there were issues with the foundation which she still had concerns about; however, she had not had an opportunity to talk to the building inspector about it yet. Ms. Moermond asked about the status of the building permits. Mr. Magner responded that there currently was a building permit for roof and windows which had been issued on January 31 after the building had been "red tagged" on January 28. i: : Apri18, 2008 Legislative Hearing Minutes Page 12 Mr. Ruoho stated that he had been told by his friend "Virgil" to go ahead and take the doors off since they did not have locks on them on a Friday and to pull the pernut the following Monday. He had not realized that the building was located in a historic district. He stated that he was able to retrieve the transoms for the doors, the doors, and the windows. Ms. Moermond asked whether he was awaze that the tases had not been paid. Mr. Ruoho stated that he had purchased the building with cash and it was his understanding that the taaces would be paid at the time of closing. He said that he would need to follow up to determine whether they had been paid. As far as the building permit, he was told that the single pernut would cover all of the work that he would need to do with the exception of the mechanicals. Ms. Moermond asked Mr. Ruoho what his plans were for the property. Mr. Ruoho responded that he had used his retirement savings to purchase the building and planned to keep it as an inveshnent property. He stated that he was a cazpenter by trade in addition to working as a realtar appraiser; he believed he should haue the project completed by the end of May. He also indicated that he had families who were ready to move in once the project was completed. Susan Tietjen, appeared and stated that she owned and operated a massage therapy business in the building across the street from this residence. She had operated her business from this location for the past five years and experienced the negative behavior of the previous tenants. The previous tenants threw trash everywhere which they never cleaned up; operated a drug house out of this location; and she believed the Strike Gang Task Force conducted a raid on the property. She wanted to ensure that the new owner would hold the tenants accountable to being good, responsible neighbors. Ms. Moermond read into the record letters she had received from the following conceming past behavioral issues with the tenants at the property: 1) Community Design Center of Minnesota, 731 Seventh Street East; 2) Kristenza Nelson, 653 North Street; 3) The Stutzman Group of Dayton's Bluff, 619 Bates Avenue; 4) Cliffard Carey, 635 Bates Avenue; 5) Wes Linstrom, Swede Hollow Cafe, 725 Seventh Street East; and 6) Kim and Rene Lerma, 613 North Street. Said letters are attached and made a part of these minutes. Ms. Spong noted that over the years, there had been a large number of properties that had been substantially restored to the original character. The Home and Garden TV channel was also scheduled to begin working on restoring Kristena Nelson's home which she was awarded through a Restore America Grant. She was concerned that if this property did not have the same level of rehabilitation, that it could become a vacant building again. She indicated to Mr. Ruoho that he could remove the vinyl siding as most of the buildings were layered with asphalt shingle and the original clapboard was generally underneath the asphalt shingle. Mr. Magner asked Mr. Ruoho whether he had hired subcontractors to do the mechanical work including the electrical, plumbing, and heating. Mr. Ruoho responded that he had talked to two heating contractors and was waiting to receive the bids. As far as the electrical, the inspection report did not indicate that any major electrical work needed to be done so he was waiting to obtain a bid for that. He had also contacted Martin Plumbing to do the plumbing work. Mr. Magner indicated to Mr. Ruoho to be certain that the contractors obtain the necessary permits prior to commencing any repairs to the building. . . •. . Apri18, 2008 Legislative Hearing Minutes Page 13 Ms. Moermond asked Mr. Magner whether he had confirmed that the property taaces had been paid. Mr. Magner responded that he would need to contact Ramsey County as one program indicated that the taaces had been paid and another program indicated that they had not. Ms. Moermond asked Mr. Ruoho how much money he estimated it would cost to complete the rehab; how much he had already spent; and what the purchase price of the building was. Mr. Ruoho responded that he believed it would cost him between $80,000 to $100,000 to complete the rehab; he had put in approximately $40,000 so faz; and he believed he had paid $75,000 to purchase the property. He expected the property to appraise out at $310,000 when the project was completed. Ms. Moerxnond asked Mr. Ruoho who the tenants were that he had ready to move into the property. Mr. Ruoho responded that he had two other duplexes that he owned and he had three different contractars whom he had worked with and their families who wanted to move into this building. One of the properties he had rehabbed and sold and his sister and his nephew were living in the other property. Ms. Moermond asked Mr. Ruoho whether he conducted tenant screenings such as criminal background checks, and credit checks prior to renting out his properties. Mr. Ruoho responded that he did do criminal background checks; however, these were friends that he had known a long time and were reputable people. Ms. Moermond suggested to Mr. Ruoho that he contact Ruth Ann Eide at FORCE to obtain sample leases and to come up with a long-term management agreement on how he would manage this property so that the neighborhood did not experience the previous problems with this property. Mr. Magner said that staff would recommend that there be a management agreement, or plan, for maintaining this property and eliminating the nuisances that had occurred in the past. He suggested the owner wark with Ruth Ann Eide at FORCE, work with the Minnesota Multi-Housing Organization, and attend Landlord 101 training. Mr. Ruoho stated that he was interested in removing the vinyl siding from the building and restoring the original boards. Ms. Spong stated that she would provide him with contact information with a non-profit organization to assist with restoring the design of the original structure. Ms. Moermond stated that in arder to grant the time to complete the repairs, the following must be received by Apri130: 1) a work plan done in accordance with the team inspection report; 2) financial documentation indicating the financial wherewithal to complete the project; 3) a management plan; 4) attend Landlord 101 training; 5) meet with the Dayton's Bluff District 4 Community Council on expectations for the property; and 6) a letter indicating the funds being dedicated for the rehabilitation of this property. �, � 731 EAST 7TH STREET, SUITE 100, ST. PALTL, MN 55106 • PHONE (651) 228-7073 • FA% (651) 228-7075 E-MAIL: infoCcomdesignctrmn.org • WEB: mvw.comdesignetrmn.org Apri12, 2008 Marcia Moermond 310 City Hall 15 West Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55102 Dear Ms. Moermond, I am writing to express Community Design Center's concerns regarding the property at 683-685 North Street. This is a concern because our organization operates a youth program focused on outdoor activities relating to gardening and environmental improvement. During the summer months, we have 42 youth involved in these projects. Many activities occur outside our office just across the street from 683-685 North Street. In the past, renters and/or their guests have engaged in criminal activities (e.g. weapons, drugs, prostitution) that compromised the safety of youth in our program. These problems have been stressful and detrimental to all concerned. �4Y ii�i� u'1E'ii� vi 1 • : • , ,• �r a r7 ta �Oi1�"i � idi 81'6 2TLg&g�'� ?P. �'iil5�ii.1CLtVt' �'J �tua ..3iIL.""k2:u'31 .ut.n activities and training here at the Community Design Center of Minnesota, we need responsible landlords in this vulnerable section of the city. Sincerely, ��'� � � �� L � � Tamara Downs Schwei ` Director w . . . . Kristenza Nelson 653 North Street Saint Paul, MN 55106 April 6, 2008 Marcia Moermond Legislative Hearing Officer 310 City Hall 15 West Kellogg Blvd. Saint Paul, MN 55102 Dear Marcia, I have been a resident at 653 North Street forten years. The property at 683-685 North Street has consistently been a serious problem. Over the past decade we have had to deal with a variety of issues that drew a straight line to 683-685 North Street. I have been a first hand witness to several blatant drug deals, prostituYes, johns and speeding cars. Desperate for crack-cocaine a man walked into my tenants' apartment begging for money. At the height of the last absent landlord our home was not only broken into twice but actually had a bullet go through the front of the house and two interior walls. I was eight months pregnant at the time. We were lucky no one was injured or killed. After the FBI raid and final condemnation of the building we could not believe how quiet our street beca me. I am a landlord. I am not anti-rental property, but this specific property has routinely been home to one lowlife after another, felons, users and pushers. Who ever takes on this property faces huge challenges to bring it up to any acceptable living quarters. We cannot have more of the same. The two blocks that make up North Street are home to 18 children under the age of 10. Our children deserve to be able to play in their own yards. Please do not allow 683-685 North Street to once again jeopardize the fabric of this neighborhood. Thank you for yourtime and consideration. Sincerel� � Kristenza Nelson 653 North Street w , � i y The Stutzman Group of Dayton's Bluff LLC 6z9 Bates Avenue Saint Paul, MN SSio6 Apri16, 2008 Mazcia Moermond Legislative Hearing Officer 3io City Hall ig West Kellogg Blvd. Saint Paul, MN 5Sro2 Dear Ms. Moermond; The Stutzman Group of Dayton's Bluff LLC owns and operates the Stutzman Building at 725-733 East y` Street immediately across the street from 683-68g North Street. We have a miYed-use building with tenants that include the Swede Hollow Cafe, a local non-profit with programs that serves children in elementary school-high school based out of their office, and apartments that include two rent-controlled units cunently occupied by single women. The property at 683-685 North Street, when occupied, has been one of the most de- stabilizing in the area, attracring litany of serious police actions. It has required almost constant monitoring and reporting of behavioral issues by those of us seeking to maintain a peaceful and stable environment in the community. We fear that the current owner may have a business model similar to several recent owners, and that if permitted to proceed occupy�'ng the building without significant repairs, will rent to tenants who will make it difficult for us to rent to and maintain good tenants. Although we would generally welcome investment into properties adjacent to ours, we aze concerned the current owner is gto put another band-aide on this problem. We ask that the city does not allow ork to continue on the property until the owner has demonstrated the intent and the finazicing to complete adequate repairs. Sincerely. _ _ / C� -� Group of Dayton's Bluff LLC v: : Clifford M. Carey 635 Bates Avenue Saint Paut, MN 55106 April 6, 2008 -�- ^�`°_'`<-�• i I have lived around the comer from 683-685 North Street for almost 30 years_ In that time I don't believe anyone has made a significant investment into the propetty. In the past 15 years I've seen a general decline in the quality of management and an increase in the level of nuisance behauior from building tenants. Tlus includes disturbing the peace at atl hours of the day and night; dangerous animais off leash; belligerent and aggressive beha�ior; prostitution; and domestics. Neighbors have endured hearing shots fired on Christmas morning; wiinessing the FBI searching cars parked at t�at address; and later, a raid involving a dozen or more officers with guns drawn. That last raid resulted in federai dmg and guns charges for some of the tenants in the building and finaliy, the buildings condemnation. This building requires serious repair both inside and oirt. I have been a carpenter far over 35 years, have been thmugh 683-685 North Street on several occasions, and l�ave been forced to admit that I could not get the building into a condition suifable to attract responsible tenants for anything close to a break-even cash flow. I do not bslieve tfie current owner can either. Please require a carefully construed, finaaced, and mo�tared repair plan that will not leave neighbors subject to ongoing instabitity in the community generaYsd from this address. Sincerely, � \ Clifford Cazey 635 Bates Avenue. , �. . . �� . ,..��.,� �?�,� � --�% �'-'V �,`�;; -__ �;1=_ �",�.` Apri14, 2008 Mazcia Moermond Legislative Heariug Officer 310 City Hall 15 West Kellogg Blvd. Saint Paul, MN 55102 Deaz Ms. Moermand; T am writing tlus letter to ea�press my concern about the potential for 683-685 \ortfi St to resume operations as rented units. In the past 4 years thaf I have owned the Sss Hollow Cafe, the tcnants at those addresses have been respansibte for activities ti�at represent the worst of urban living. Ttae Swede Hollow Ca€e attracts people from around the region, and as we have no off-street parking, many af them drive past or park in front of 683-685 North St The conditions created on this btvck by tenanfs o�683-685 a�€ frightening to people ancY �ave an adverse effect on my ability to attract the diverse clientele who frequent the Scs Hallow Cafe. Please try to ensure that the ctanent owners make a significaut enough im�estment i�o the� grogerties to give tkem the abiliTy to attract quatity tenants. � You_ � . , jf �. ;' _ ,, / ..�, . J- Wes �ifidstrom Owner-operator Swede Hollow Cafe �25 Ea�t Se,.--�= JtreeY. Saint. PauI. '�:_-_�,ata 5i 106 �• : 613 North Street Saint Paul, MN 55106 Apn16, 2008 Maria Moermond Legisiative Hearing Officer 310 Ciry Hall 15 West Keilogg Bivd. Saint Paul, MN 55102 Dear Maria Moertnond, Subjec� 683-685 North Street I strongly request that you require a sound and appropriate financing plan for the above-mentioned address as anything sort of this mandate would resuit in severe consequences for a neighborhood that continues to face challenges with biighted structures. I currently live neut to a property that was very simiiar to what i expect 683 and 685 North to be — a property that requires vast amounts of capital and care to succeed. When such properties have neither capital nor care, the result is a blighted structure that can sever a neighborhoods ability to u�ite and maintain any semblance of community. As the current property owner has disregarded, avoided and ignored repeated attempts by city officials to correct unauthorized work on the structure, what then should be expected 'rf quality of life issues surface within our community? What is to be expected from this property owner as a landiord if <he> has little to no regard for the city's rules and regulations? When I first moved into the neighborhood, 683 and 685 north was the single most disturbing property. Aside from the intimidating stares from the building occupants, the structure does nothing to reflect the neighborhoods vitality. if you look up and down North Street, you will find people working on their homes and children playing in their yards. Nothing destroys this more than a property that, when Ieft unchecked, invites nuisance and concem. Sincerety, . ' . � ` -i � � �-_� � - , �°" Kim and Repe^Lerma i�""