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09-267Council File # �' � � Green 5heet # 3064858 RESOLUTION CITY Presented by SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA ��f 1 WHEREAS, Department of Sa£ety 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 one and one-half story single family dwelling located on property hereinafter 4 referred to as the "Subject Property" and commonly known as 55 WINNIPEG AVENUE. This 5 property is legally described as follows, to wit: 6 LEWIS' ADDITION TO ST. PAUL W 1/2 OF LOT 23 BLK 4 9 1� 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 Department of Safety and Inspections on or before August 18, 2008, the following are the now lrnown interested or responsible parties for the Subject Property: Bank Of New York Trustee, c/o Country Home Loans, 400 Countrywide Way Mail Stop SV35, Simi Valley, CA 93065; Nina Avila, Countrywide Field Services, 301 E Vanderbilt Way, Ste 350, San Bernadino, CA 92408; Peterson, Fram & Bergman, PA, 55 E 5"' Street, #800, St Paul, MN 55101; Katown Banks, 713 Blair Ave, St Paul, MN 55104; Patricia Kirchner, 55 Winnipeg Ave, St Paul, MN 55117; District 6 Planning 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 October 29, 2008; and WHEREAS, this order informed the then known 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 Subj ect Property by November 28, 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 WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Legislative Hearing Officer of the Saint Paul City Council on Tuesday, February 10, 2009 to hear testimony and evidence, and after receiving testimony and evidence, made the recommendation to approve the request to order the �� i 42 interested or responsible parties to make the Subject Property safe and not detrimental to the 43 public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighting influence on the community by 44 demolishing and removing the structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. 45 The demolition of the sriucture to be completed within fifteen (15) days aSer the date of the 46 Council Hearing; and 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 WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Saint Paul City Council on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 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 hearings, the Saint Paul City Council hereby adopts the following Findings and Order concerning the Subject Property at 55 WINNIPEG AVENUE. 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 Subj ect Property. 4. That an Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) was sent to the then laiown responsible parties to correct the deficiencies or to demolish and remove the building(s). 5. 8. That the deficiencies causing this nuisance condition have not been corrected. That Department of Safety and Inspections has posted a placard on the 5ubject 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. 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 dehimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its vy-a-�� 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 blighting influence on the community by demolishing and removing the siructure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The 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 this period of time Departrnent of Safety and Tnspections is hereby authorized to take whatever steps aze necessary to demolish and remove this structure, 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. In the event the building is to be demolished and removed by the City of Saint Paul, all personal property ar 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. 4. It is fixrther 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. Bos4om Carter Stark Thune Adopted by Council: Date Adophon Certified by Co cil Secretary By: y✓ Approved y ay : �� Q By: Requested by Deparhnent of: Safety and Inspections Code Enforcement / Vacant Buildings By: Form Approved by City Attomey By: Form Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council By: � Green Sheet Green Sheet Green Sheet Green Sheet Green Sheet Green Sheet � DepartmenUOffice/Council: ; Date Initiated: ' ! SI - Dept. of Safety & Inspections , 03-DEG08 ��, bq-�lo� Green Sheet NO: 3064858 ', Confact Person & Phone: �� Bob Kessler 266-9013 � Must Be on Council Agenda by (Date): 04-MAR-09 Doc. Type: RESOLUTION E•Document Required: Y Document Contact: ConWCt Phone: � Assign Number For Routing Order Total # of Signature Pages _(Clip AII Locations for Signature) 0 eptofSafety&Inspections I�� 1 �Dept of SafeN & Inspections I' Department Director � 2 CiryAttoroeY 3 Mavor'sOffice MaYOr/ASSisGnt i 4 Council �� > (5N Clerk i � CStv Clerk � City Council to pass this resolurion which will order the owner(s) to remove the referenced building(s). If the owner fails to comply with the resolution, the Deparhnent of Safety and Inspecrions is ordered to remove the building. The subject property is located at 55 WINNIPEG AVE . Recommendations: Approve (A) or Reject (R): Planning Commission CIB Committee Civil Service Commission Personal Service Contracts Must Answer the Following Questions: 1. Has this person/firm ever worked under a contract for this department? Yes No 2. Has this person/firm ever been a city employee� Yes No 3. Does this persoNfirm possess a skill not normally possessed by any current city employee? Yes No Explain all yes answers on separate sheet and attach to green sheet. Initiating Problem, Issues, Opportunity (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, interested parties and responsible parties known to the Enforcement Officer were given an order to repair or remove the building at 55 WINNIPEG AVE by November 28, 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 property, collected as a special assessment against the property tases. � A nuisance condition will remain unabated in the City. This building(s) will continue to blight [he community. DisadvanWges If NotApproved: A nuisance condition will remain unabated in the Ciry. This building(s) will continue to blight the communiry. Total Amount of Transaction: CostlRevenue Budgeted: Funding source: Nuisance Housing Abatement qct;v;ry Number: 001-00257 Fi nancial lnformation: (Explain) February 13, 2009 10:52 AM Page 1 � .�� . 301��-��S i - , . �uw:; �� : � � � � 55 Winnipeg Avenue Legislative Hearing — Tuesday, February 10, 2009 City Council — Wednesday, March 4, 2009 The building is a one and one-half story, wood frame, single-family dwelling, on a lot of 2,614 square feet. According to our files, it has been a vacant building since Apri122, 2008. The current property owner is Bank of New York c/o Countrywide Home Loans, per AMANDA and Ramsey county property records. There has been one (1) SUMMARY ABATEMENT NOTICES since 2008. There has been one (1) WORK ORAER issued for: - Removal of improperly stored refuse and debris On October 7, 2008, 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 October 29, 2008 with a compliance date of November 28, 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. (Good thru 5/17/09) Taxation has placed an estimated market value of $21,000 on the land and $73,900 on the building. As of December 18, 2008, a Code Compliance inspection has been completed. As of February 9, 2009, the $5,000.00 performance bond has not been posted. Real EstaYe tases aze current. Code Enforcement Officers estimate the cost to repair this structure is $60,000 to $7Q000. The estimated cost to Demolish is $6,380 to $9,380. DSI, Division of Code Enforcement Resolution submitted for consideration orders the property owner to repair or 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. o�-a�� DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY AND INSPECTIONS Rickarc Lipper4 �Nanager of Code ir:forcemen! C I , I , Y �F 5�11`� PA � 375 Jacrsor. Streef.. Suite 220 1 lJL Saim Pnul .41�N 5� IOI-1806 Ci;: ivopiier 3. Co!e�r,on, +'dcyor ' v" December 5, 2008 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Council President and Members of the City Cauncil Te(=phone.55!_26h-190P Tncrimi/e: 65l -2(5-/Y 19 W2h� wY uulec�dd.vi Deparhnent of Safety and Inspec6ons, Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Enforcement Division has requested the City Council schedule public heanngs to consider a resolurion ordering the repair or removal of the nuisance building(s)located at: 55 WINNIPEG AVE The City Counci] has scheduled the date o£these hearings as follows: LegislaUVe Hearing — Tuesday, February X0, 2009 City Council Hearing— Wednesday, March 4, 2009 The owners and responsible parties of record aze: Name and Last Known Address Nina Avila Countrywide Field Services 301 E Vanderbilt Way, Ste 350 San Bernadino, CA 92408 Peterson, Fram & Bergnan PA 55 E S� Street, �800 St. Paul, MN 55101 Katown Banks 713 Blair Ave St. Paul, MN 55704 Patricia Kirchner 55 Winnipeg Ave St. Paul, MN 55117 lnterest Fee Owner Foreclosure Attomey C of O Responsible Party Interested Party An Affirmative Action Equal OppoRUnity Employer bq-a�� SS WTNNIPEG AVE December 5, 2068 page 2 Bank of New York as Trustee c!o Countrywide Home Loans 404 Countrywide Way Pee Owner (alt.address) �Iail Stop SV35 Simi Valley, CA 93065 District 6 Planning Council District Council Contact D i stri ct6 (a qwestoffice. net The legal descriprion of this property is: LEWIS' ADDITTON TO ST. PAUL W 1/2 OF LOT 23 BLR 4 The Department of Safety and Inspections has declazed this building(s) to consritute a"nuisance° as defined by Legislative Code, Chapter 45. The Department of Safety and Inspections has issued an order to the then known responsible parties to eliminate this nuisance condition by correcting the deficiencies or by ra2ing and removing this building(s}. The property was re-inspected on December Ol, 2008. There was no compliance and the nuisance condition remains unabated, the community continues to suffer the blighting influence of this property. It is tlze zecommendation 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 failang 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 taxes. Sincerely, Steve �Vlagner Steve Magner Vacant Buildings Manager Department of Safety and Fnspections SM:dj cc: Chad Staul, City Attomeys Office Mazy Erickson, Assistant Secretary to the Council Cindy Carlson, PED-Housing Division Nancy Homans, Invest St. Paul District Counci] — Community Organizer pubhmg60183 9/OS Tax & Properiy Look Up Information - Structure Description Page 1 of 2 b�1-�-�� tiome Site Map Contact �s Tax & Property Look Up Information - Structure Description Home � � Information � � Property Look Up � � Record Look Up � I Contact Us New Property Search Back to Search Results Quick Info ?roperty Information Taxpayer Name and Ad_dress Value Inform Value Histor�% Structure Description Sale Information Special_ Assess_ments Pro�erty_Ta x_ Pzyment Information Property Tax Payment History 2008 Property Tax StatementlValue No�ice 2007 Progerty Tax Statement/Value Notice 2006 Property Tax Statement/Value Notice 2Q05 Property Tax StatementlValue Notice > Structure Description Property Identification 30.29.22.32.Oi49 Number (PIN) Property Address 55 Winnipeg Ave St. Paul 55117-5429 Residential Property: Year Built 1879 # of Stories 1.50 Style One And 3/4 Story Exterior Wall Aluminum/vinyl Total Rooms 5 Total Family Rooms 0 Total Bedrooms 2 Full Baths 1 Ha1f Baths 0 Attic Type Finished SQ Feet 840 Foundation Size 552 Basement Area Pinished Finished Rec Area Garage Type Area (sq.ft.) Parcel Size .06 Acres Parcet Width 20.00 Feet Parcel Depth 121.00 Feet Land Use Code 510 Land Use Description R- Single Family Dwelling, Platted Lot http://rrinfo.co.ramsey.mn.us/public/characteristic/Parcel.aspx?scrn=Dwelling&pin=30 2/9/2009 DPPARTMENT OF SAFE7Y AhD INSPECTIONS Richmd Leppert, Manager of Code Enforcement CITY OF SALN'I' PAUL Girtstopher B. Cofeman, Mc�or 375JacksonStreet,Suite220 Telephone:6�7-266-7900 SaintPaul,?vIN55107-7806 Facs:r,vi(e:65l-266-1919 Web: wwwsiDaul za�/dsi ��a-IY / October 29, 2008 Bank Of New York Trustee c/o Country Home Loans Inc 400 Countrywide Way Mail Stop Sv 35 Simi Valley CA 93065-6298 Katown Banks 713 Blair Ave St. Paul, MN 55104 Peterson, Fram & Bergman, PA 55 E. 5"' St, "800 St. Paul, MN 55101 Patricia Kirchner 55 Winnipeg Ave St. Paul, MN 55117 Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) Dear : Sir or Madam The Vacant/Nuisance Buildings i3nit, Department of the Department of Safety and Inspections, Division of Code Enforcement, hereby.declares the premises located at: 55 WINNIPEG AVE and legally described as follows, to wit: LEWIS' ADDITION TO ST. PAUL W 1/2 OF LOT 23 BLK 4 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 7, 2008, a Building Deficiency Inspecfion 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 five thousand doAar ($5,000.00) performance bond with the Building Tnspection and Design Office before any Qermits are issued, except for a demolition permit. AA-ADA-EEO Employer October 29, 2008 55 WINn�EG AVE page 2 oq- a � � 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 one and one-half story single family dwelling. 'Phe interior could not be accessed for BDI. Below is a copy of the Condemnation dated March 27, 2008. It appeazs that nothing has changed in the interim since that inspection. 55 WINNIPEG AVE Re£ # 110819 Dear Property Representative: Your building was inspected on March 27, 2008. The building was found to be unsafe, unfit for human habitation, a public nuisance, a hazard to the public welfare or otherwise dangerous to human life. A Condemnation Placard has been posted on the building. The following deficiency list must be completed immediately or the building vacated. A reinspection will be made on or after April 17, 2008. CONDENINATION OF THE BUILDING REVOKES THE FIRE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY. PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL AND HEATING INSPECTORS TO INSPECT ALSO. CONTACT PAT PISH AND ARRAIGN INSPECTION. Failure to complete the corrections may result in a criminal citation. The Saint Paul Legislative Code requires that no building be occupied without a Fire Certificate of Occupancy. DEPICIENCY LIST 1. EXTERIOR - GRADING AND DRAIIVAGE - SPLC 34.08 (2) - Provide and maintain the property grade to slope away from the building to minimize the accumulation of water near the building. This work may require a permit(s). Call DSI at (651) 266-9090. REPAIR ALL HOLES IN YARD. 2. EXTERIOR - GROiJND COVER - SPLC 34.08 (3) - Provide and maintain suitable ground cover on all exterior areas to control erosion. 3. EXTERIOR - HANDRAILS - SPLC 34.09 (2) 34.32 (2) - Provide an approved handrail. The top of the handrail must be between 34 and 38 inches above the treads and run the entire length of the stair. October 29, 2008 55 WIIVNIPEG AVE page 3 PROVIDE FOR EXTERIOR STEPS WITH 4 OR MORE RISERS. b% � �� 4. EXTERIOR - SANITATIOIv' - SPLC 34.08 (1), 34.31 (1) - All exterior property areas shall be maintained free from any accumulation of refuse, garbage or feces.- DOG FECES 1N YARD 5. EXTERIOR - SCREENS - SPLC 34.09 (3), 34.32 (3) - Provide or repair and maintain the window screen. 6. EXTERIOR - SECURITY LIGHTING - SPLC 3414 (2) f- Provide and maintain an minimum of 1 foot candle at the grade level of exterior exits and entryways for security. This work may require a permit(s). Call DSI at (651) 266-9090. 7. EXTERIOR - SHED - SPLC 34.08 (5), 3431 (3) - Repair, replace and maintain all exterior surfaces on fences, sheds, garages and other accessory structures free from holes and deterioration. Provide and maintain exterior unprotected surfaces painted or protected from the elements. SHED: REPAIR SHED OR REMOVE. 8. EXTERIOR - SHED - SPLC 34.08 (6), 3431 (4) - Remove the accusnulation of exterior storage that creates a nuisance or harbors rodents. 9. EXTERIOR - STORM DOORS - SPLC 34.09 (3), 34.32 (3) - Repair and maintain the door in good condition. STORM DOORS IN DISREPAIR 10. EXTERIOR/INTERTOR - BROKEN WINDOWS - SPLC 34.09 (3), 34.32 (3) - Repair and maintain the window glass. BROKEN WINDOWS 11. INTERIOR - BATHROOM BATHTUB - SPLC 34.11, SBC 2902.1, SPLC 34.17, MPC 415.0220 - Repair or replace and maintain the plusnbing fixture to an operational condition. BATHTUB WASTE PLUGGED, LACKS OVERFLOW. REMOVE DETERIORATED CAULKING AROUND TUB AND RECAULK. 12. INTERIOR - BATHROOM FLOOR - SPLC 34.10 (4), 34.33 (3) - Provide a bathroom floor impervious to water. 13. INTERIOR - BEDROOM EGRESS WINDOW - SPLC 34.13 (4) - Provide and maintain an approved escape window from each sleeping room. The minimum size must be 5.7 square feet of glazed azea with a minimum of 24 inches of openable height and 20 inches of openable width. Refer to provide handout EW-1 for more information. BEDROOM NEAR BATHROOM NEED APPROVED SIZE EGRESS WINDOW. 14. INTERIOR - CABINETS - SPLC 34.10 (7), 34.33 (6) - Repair and maintain the cabinets in an approved manner. October 29, 2008 55 WINNIPEG AVE page 4 Repair or replace the damaged or missing door. Repair or replace the damaged or missing drawer. Repair or replace the damaged framing. Repair or replace the damaged or missing hardware. Replace missing flooring an cabinets. Repair/replace defective areas of counter tops. 0�� 15. INTERIOR - CEILINGS - SPLC 34.10 (7), 34.33 (6) - Repair and maintain the ceiling in an approved manner. CEILING IN DISREPAIR. SCRAPE, PANT 16. IiVTERIOR - COVER PLATES - MSFC 605.6 - Provide electrical cover plates to all outlets, switches and junction boxes where missing. 17. INTERIOR - DEAD BOLT LOCKS - SPLC 34.09 (3) i- Provide and maintain an approved one-inch throw single cylinder deadbolt lock. 18. INTERIOR - DINING ROOM - MSFC 605.1 - Repair or replace damaged electrical fixtures. This work may require a permit(s). Call DSI at (651) 266-9090. DINING ROOM FAN-LIGHT HAS EXPOSED WIRE 19. INTERIOR - EXTERMINATION - SPLC 34.10 (6), 34.33 (5) - Exterminate and control insects, rodents or other pests. Provide documentation of extermination. EVIDENCE OF MICB SEEN. PROVIDE DOCUNSENTATION OF EXTERMiNATTON BY A LICENSED EXTERMINATOR. 21. INTERIOR - HEATING REPORT - SPLC 34.11 (6), 3434 (3) - Provide service of heating facility by a licensed contractor which must include a carbon monoxide test. Submit a completed copy of the Saint Paul Fire Marshal's Existing Fuel Burning Equipment Safety Test Report to this office. 22. INTERIOR - KITCHEN FLOOR - SPLC 34.10 (7), 3433 (� - Repair and maintain the floor in an approved manner. Repair or replace the defective kitchen floor coverings. 23. INTERIOR - KITCHEN STOVE - SPLC 34.12 (2), 3435 (1) - Repair and maintain all required and supplied equipment in an operative and safe condition. KITCHEN STOVE DOOR IN DISRBPAIR 24. INTERIOR - LIGHT FIXTURE COVERS - MSFC 605.1- All light fixtures shall be maintained with protective globes if originally equipped. 25. INTERIOR - NUMBER OF OUTLETS - SPLC 3414 (2), 34.34 (5) - Provide an approved electrical service adequate to meet the buildings needs. This wark may require a permit(s), call DSI at (651) 266-9040.-INSUFFICIENT NUMBER OF OUTLETS IN SOME ROOMS. October29,2008 55 WINNIPEG AV E page 5 tiPGRADE ELECTRIC TO MEET CODE a�- a� � 26. NTERIOR - SANITATION - SPLC 34.10 (5), 3433 (4), 34.16 - Provide and maintain interior in a clean and sanitary condition. CARPETING THROUGHOUT DIRTY AND STANED. CLEAN CARPETING AND REMOVE 5TAINS OR REPLACE. 27. INTERTOR - SDA - SPLC 39.02(c) - Complete and sign the provided smoke detector affidavit and return it to this office. 28. INTERIOR - SMOKE DETECTOR - MN Stat. 299F.362 - Immediately provide and maintain a smoke detector located outside each sleeping area. HARD WIRED SMOKE DETECTOR NON-FUNCTIONAL--REPAIR(REPLACE. 29. INTERIOR - STAIRWAY TO 2ND FLOOR - SPLC 34.10 (3), 34.33(2) - Repair or replace the unsafe stairway in an approved manner. STEPS TO 2ND FLOOR--STEPS APPEAR TO BE BOiNCY AND WEAK REPAIR. 30. INTERIOR - WALLS - SPLC 34.10 (7), 34.33 (6) - Repair and maintain the wa11s in an approved manner. Patch the holes and/or cracks in the walls. Paint the walls. 3 L INTERIOR - EXTENSION CORDS - MSFC 605.5 - Disconrinue use of extension cords used in lieu of permanent wiring. 32. INTERIOR BASEMENT - DRYER VENTING - UMC 504.6 - Provide, repair ar replace the dxyex e�aust duct. Exhaust ducts for domestic clothes dryers sha11 be constructed of inetal and shall have a smooth interior finish. The exhaust duct shall be a minimum nominal size of four inches (102 mm) in diameter. The entire exhaust system shall be supported and secured in place. 33. INTERIOR BASEMENT - STAIRWAY - SPLC 34.10 (3), 3433(2) - Repair or replace the unsafe stairway in an approved manner.. REPAIR DEFECTIVE BASEMENT STEPS. 34. INTERIOR BASEMENT - STAIRWAY - SPLC 34.10 (3), 3433(2) - Provide an approved handrail. The top of the handrail must be between 34 and 38 inches above the treads and run the entire length of the stair. PROVIDE HANDRAIL FULL LENGTH OF BASEMENT STAIRS. 35. INTERIOR BASEMENT - STAIRWAY - SPLC 34.10 (3), 34.33(2) - Repair or replace the damaged guardrail in an approved manner. PROVIDE GUARDRAIL OPEN SIDE OF BASEMENT STEPS. 36. INTERIOR BASEMENT - STORAGE - MN Stat 294F.18 - Immediately remove and discontinue excessive accumulation of combusrible materials. October 29, 2008 55 W INNIPEG AV E b�� a. �Q � page 6 37. Ii�TERIOR KITCHEN - STOVE - UMC 2214 - Install, repair, or replace listed gas appliance fuel connector maa�imum 3 feet in length. (Kitchen range and clothes dryer maximum 6 foot lenb h.) This work my require a permit(s). Call DSI at (651) 266-9090. GAS LINE ON STOVE CRIMPED 38. INTERIOR PLUMBIl�TG - WASTE LINES - SPLC 3411 (4), 3434 (1), MPC 4715.022.E - Repair and maintain sewer vent. WASTE LINE UNDER KITCHEI3 SINK, BATHROOM SINK NOT TO CODE 39. SPLC 40 THERE IS A REPORT OF I�TUISANCE ACTIVITY AT THIS PROPERTY. FAILURE TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE MAY RESULT IN REVOCATION OF THE C OF O. CALL FOFZ INFORMATION. As owner, agent or responsible party, you are hereby notified that if these deficiencies and the resulting nuisance condition is not corrected by November 28, 2008 the Department of Safety and Inspections, Division of Code Enforcement, will begin a substantial abatement process to demolish and remove the building(s). The costs of this action, including administrative costs and demolition costs will be assessed against the property taxes as a speciai assessment in accordance with law. As first remedial action, a Code Compliance Inspection Report must be obtained from the Building Inspection and Design Section, 375 Jackson Street, Suite 220, (651)266-9090. This inspection will identify specific defects, necessary repairs and legal requirements to conect this nuisance condition. ALT 1: If this building is located in a historic district or site (noted above, just below the property address) contact Heritage Preservation (HPC) staff at 651-266-9078 to discuss your proposal to comply with the design review guideline while making the required repairs. Copies of the guidelines and design review application and forms are all available from the Department of Safety and Inspections web site and from the HPC staf£ A building permit will not be issued without HPC review and approval. ALT 2: If this building is located in a historic district or site (noted above, just below the property address) then you must contact Heritage Preservation (HPC) staff to discuss your proposal for the repairs required by this order and compliance with preservation guidelines. Copies of the guidelines and design review application and forms are available from the Department of Safety and Inspections web site (see letterhead) and from the HPC staff. No permits will be issued without HPC review and approval. HPC staff also can be reached by calling 651-266-9078. As an owner or responsible party, you are required by law to provide full and complete disclosure of this "Order to Abate" to all 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 responsible parties. October 29, 2008 �/ SSWINNIPEGAVE bq.�� / page 7 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 arder, the Enforcement Officer will notify the City Council that abatement acrion 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 parCies. 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 order 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 Paut 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 Joe Yannarelly between the hours of 8:00 and 930 a.m. at 651-266-1920, or you may leave a voice mail message. 5incerely, Steve Magner Vacant Buildings Program Manager Division of Code Enforcement cc: Mary Erickson - Council Research Cindy Carlson - PED Housing Amy Spong — Heritage Preservation ota60135 9i08 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETYAND INSPECTlONS /�j � /,��I BoU Kessler, Directo�' V � � � CITY OF SAni iT PAUL Cknstopher B. Coleman, Mayor December 18, 2008 375JackronStreet„Suate220 Telephone: 6�1-266-9090 St Pau1, �Ltirznesota �ilP/-1806 Facsimile bil-?66-9099 Web >w.wsfiaul GEORGE FARKAS/RE/MAX ASSOC PLUS 480 HIGHWAY 96 W SUITE 200 SHOREVIEW MN 55126 Re: 55 Winnipeg Ave File#: 08 062595 VB3 Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to your request the above-referenced property was inspected and the following report is submitted: BUILDING 1. Install handrails and guardrails at all stairways, including basement stairways, per attachment. 2. Install tempered or safety glass in window over stairway to code. 3. Provide thumb type dead bolts for all entry doors. Remove any surfaces bolts. 4. Repair or replace any deteriorated window sash, broken glass, sash holders, re-putty etc. as necessary. 5. Provide complete storms and screens, in good repair, for all door and window openmgs. 6. Repair walls, ceilings and floors throughout, as necessary. 7. Prepare and paint interior as necessary. Observe necessary abatement procedure if lead base paint is present (See St. Paul Legislative Code, Chap. 34 for additional information). 8. Provide smoke detectors per the Minnesota Building Code and carbon monoxide detectors per State law. 9. Provide proper drainage around house to direct water away from foundation. ELECTRICAL 1. Ground the electrical service to the water service within 5' of the entrance point of the water service. 2. Bond around water meter with a copper wire sized for the electrical service per Article 250 of Yhe NEC. 3. Properly strap conduit on thz exterior of the house. 4. Ground bathroom light in second floar bathroom and disconnect receptacle on fixture. 5. Repair or replace all broken, missing or loose light fixtures, switches & outlets, covers and plates. 6. Check all outlets for proper polarity and verify ground. An Equal OpporiuniTy Employez Re: 55 Winnipeg Ave Page 2 ELECTRICAL 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. oq-2-c�� Install exterior lights at front and back entry doors. All elech work must be done by a licensed electrical contractor under an electrical permit. Any open walls or walls that are open as part of this project must be wired to the standards of the 2008 NEC. Rewire fumace to code. Add a receptacle in first floor dining room, second floor north room. Properly wire kitchen light. PLUMBING All plumbing work requires permrt(s) and must be done by a plumbing contractor licensed in Saint Paul. 1. The water heater temperature and pressure relief valve discharge piping is incorrect. 2. The water heater water piping size is incorrect. 3. The water heater is not fired or in service. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. HEATING The water meter is removed and not in service. Raise water meter from pit and remove steel from before meter. The soil and waste piping has no front sewer cleanout. The soil and waste piping has improper connections, transitions, fitting or pipe usage at stack. The laundry stand pipe waste and water piping are incorrect and un-vented. The first floor kitchen sink is incorrectly vented. The second floor bathtub provide trap access panel. The faucet must be anti-scald. Repair the waste and overflow to code. The second floor vanity sink waste is incorrect. 1. Install new furnace to code 2. Vent clothes dryer to code. 3. Clean all supply and return ducts for warm air heating system. 4. Repair andlor replace heating regsters as necessary. 5. Provide heat in every habitable room and bathrooms. 6. Gas and warm air mechanical permits are required for the above work. Notes • Fumace was removed from the house. Re: 55 Winnipeg Ave Page 3 ZONING This house was inspected as a single family dwelling. NOTES See attachment for permit requirements and appeals procedure. D��,(�� This property is designated by the Vacant Buildings Department as a Category #3 which requires a$5,000 Performance Bond or Deposit at the time the permit is issued. Most of the roof covering could not be inspected from grade. Recommend this be done before rehabilitation is attempted. This is a registered vacant buildiug. In order to reoccupy the building, all deficiencies listed on the code compliance report must be corrected in accordance with the Minimum Housing Standards of the St Paul Legislative Code (Chapter 3A) and all required permits must receive final approval. Sincerely, James L. Seeger Code Compliance Officer JLS: ml Attachments ;12/16%2008) Steve Magner - 27447tab.xls Page 1 � BID TABULATIOh FOR: Q-27447-5 DEMO OF: 55 WINTTEPEG AVE DSI BUYER: NiARK EVANGELIST BID OPENING DATE: DECENIBER 9, 2008 uberl Recycling obert Buberl 51-439-8399 $ 8 347.00 uelow Excavating ohn Buelow 51-436-5326 $ 8 400.00 reative Services chard Kosman 51-436-3161 $ 9 330.00 itol Hintz amie Hintz 51-645-9321 $ 11 900.00 itzgerald Excavatin ason Fitzgerald 51-301-4901 $ 8 250.00 rattalone Co ick Frattalone 51-484-0448 $ 15.100.00 Kamish rad Ensrude 57-3600 $ 10 330.00 achel Contracting atthew Coz 63-424-9955 $ 11 050.00 tab/12/10/08/ME/bm ayco Excavating ory Matter 12-619-1487 � 8 680.00 emple Excavating ulie Semple 51-772-1449 $ 7 933.00 MS Construction �,,-°`'`� � odd Sc' 'P+ 52- -6300 '� $ 5 000.00 ruck Excavating ony Wruck 63-262-0871 $ 12 000.00 ay Anderson 'chazd Orthmeyer 51-774-2550 $ 7 900.00 awkins Tree ichael Hawkins 52-445-1511 $ 5,880.00 MD Services erry Barna 51-982-6922 $ 9 079.80 �,a�� W � d C7 � P. � z � 3 � � � 0 0 N O L R � L � � � 'CS d � E"+ ❑ .� � > .� � � � � � �.a, W ° ° � � � ^ c F�F N � ly N //� ^' � \ N ` � � / � a ° ..� ° ° .-. .� x I �z � �� w �' az�� 0 � wh�� x �� o 0 0 0 0 0 ; o � zw � N � a OF N� O N� O N� C N� O N� O �� N r + N •--� N D�A O O O O O O O O O O O O �4 Z �.� W p aW� �' a�a � z w �H � o>� � 0 W �� '.' 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Date: October 08, 2008 HP District: D q `�� File #: OS - 062594 Property Name: � Folder Name: 55 WINNIPEG AVE Survey Info: PIN: 302922320149 Date: October 08, 2008 HP District: O � l �� File #: 08 - 062594 Property Name: d"� Folder Name: 55 WINNIPEG AVE Survey Info: PIN: 302922320149 Date: October 08, 2008 File #: 08 - 062594 Folder Name: 55 WINNIPEG AVE HP District: Property Name: Survey Info: b�1-�C� PIN: 302922320149 Date: October O8, 2008 HP District: h G �� File #: 08 - 062594 Property Name: V I Folder Name: 55 WINNIPEG AVE Survey Info: PIN: 302922320149 Date: October 08, 2008 FiP District: D� �� File #: 08 - 062594 Property Name: Folder Name: 55 WINNIPEG AVE Survey Info: PIN: 302922320149 x , : .. �_ Date: October08,2008 HP District: hG'�a(,Q I File #: 08 - 062594 Property Name: � Folder Name: 55 WINNIPEG AVE Survey Info: PIN: 302922320149 February 10, 2009 Legislative Hearing Minutes bL� �� Page 8 7. Ordering the owner to remove or repair the building(s) at 55 Winnine� Avenue within fifteen (15) days from adoption of resolution. The property owner of record, Bank of New York c/o Countrywide Home Loans, did not appear. No other parties of interest appeared. Ms. Moermond asked for a report from Mr. Ma�ner. Mr. Magner stated the building was a one and one-half story, wood frame, single-family dwelling on a lot of 2,614 square feet and had been vacant since April 22, 2008. A code compliance inspection had been done on December 18, 2008, the vacant building registration fees were current, and the $5,000 performance bond had not been posted. On October 7, 2008, 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 October 29, 2008 with a compliance date of November 28, 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 $21,000 and the building to be $73,900. Real estate taa�es were current. Code Enforcement estimates the cost to repair the building to be approximately $60,000 to $70,000. The cost for demolition was estimated to be approximately $6,380 to $9,380. There had also been one summary abatetnent issued to this property since 2008, one of which went to work order: remove improperly stored refuse and debris. Code Enforcement recommends the building be repaired or removed within 15 days. Mr. Magner presented photographs of the property. Ms. Moermond asked for a report from Ms. Spong. Ms. Spong stated that this building was built in 1887 and was a worker's-cottage style building. It was located west of the Oakland Cemetery which was a designated historic landscape. She said that given the loss of integrity to the building, she did not believe demolition would have an adverse effect on the neighbarhood. Ms. Moermond recommended the building be removed within 15 days with no option for repair.