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Committee: Date
An ordinance amending Saint Paul Legislative Codes Sections
33.Q2 and 33.05 to update the building code and to require a
certificate of occupancy for one- and two-family rental
dwellings which are not occupied by the owner.
The Council of the City of Saint Paul does ordain:
Section 1
The City Council finds it necessary and important to take advantage
of a change in the state building code which grants municipalities
the option to er�tend a certificate of occupancy requirement to
certain residential occupancies. The City Council finds that one-
and two-family rental dwellings which are not owner-occupied are
generally in need of greater code compliance inspections and
enforcement to avoid property deterioration and blight. A
certificate of occupancy requirement will establish a systematic
and periodic inspection policy which will promote and enforce code
safety and maintenance of rental dwellings, thereby decreasing the
need for complaint�driven inspections based on calle for service
from occupants or neighbors who may fear or risk some form of
reprisal from landlords or tenants. Accordingly, the systematic
certification of such rental dwellings will improve the health,
safety, and welfare of the citizens of Saint Paul who live in and
around its rental dwellings.
Section 2
The Saint Paul Legislative Code Section 33.02 shall be amended as
follows:
Sec. 33.02. Minnesota State Building Code--Adoption
(d) Section 3 109 of �he Uniform Building Code, a part of
the Minnesota State Building Code adopted by reference in Minnesota
Rule �3 1305.0010 (1995), is amended for the City of Saint
Paul to read as follows:
3�ec-389- I09.1 Use or Occupancy
No building or
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structure of Group A (ASSembly), E (Education), I
(Institutional), H (Hazardous), B (Business), F (Factory), M
(Mercantile), S (Storage), or R-1 (Multifamily Residential)�
or any one- or two-familv rental dwelling of R-3 occu�ancv as
set forth in 533.05 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code shall
be used or occupied, and no change in the existing occupancy
classification of a building or structure or portion thereof
shall be made until the fire marshal has issued a certificate
of occupancy therefor as provided herein.
-Fb} 109.2 Change in Use. Changes in the character or use
of a building shall not be made except as specified in Section
5Q2 of this code.
- ( - c} 109.3 Certificate Issued. After final inspection by
the building official when it is found that the building or
structure complies with the provisions of this code and other
laws which are enforced by the code enforcement agency, the
fire marshal shall issue a certificate of occupancy which
shall contain the following:
(1) The certificate of occupancy number.
(2) The address of the building.
(3) The name and address of the owner.
(4) A description of that portion of the building for which
the certificate is issued, if not for the entire
building.
(5) A statement that the described portion of the building
complies with the requirements of this code for the group
and division of occupancy and the use for which the
proposed occupancy is classified.
(6) The name of the fire marshal, or his/her designated
agent.
109.04 Temporary Certificate. If the building official
finds that no substantial hazard will result from the
occupancy of any building or portion thereof before the same
is completed, he/she may issue a temporary certificate of
occupancy for the use of a portion or portions of a building
or structure prior to the completion of the entire building or
structure. Such a temporary certificate of occupancy sha11
remain in force and effect for a period not to exceed twelve
(12) months, unless otherwise designated by the building
o£ficial upon inspection and a determination of need.
109.5 Posting. The certificate of occupancy shall be
posted on the premises and shall not be removed except by the
fire marshal.
109.6 Revocation. The fire marshal may, in writing,
suspend or revoke a certificate of occupancy, includina a
provisional or temporary_ certificate of occu�anc� issued
under the provisions of this code whenever the certificate was
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issued in error, or on the basis of incorrect information�� _���
supplied, or when it is determined by the fire marshal that a
use of the building or structure or portion thereof may
constitute a nuisance as described in Minnesota Statutes,
Section 617.81, subdivision (2), or is in violation of any
ordinance or regulation or any provision of the Saint Paul
Legislative or Administrative Code.
Section 3
That Saint Paul Legislative Code Section 33.05 be amended as
follows:
Sec. 33.05. Certificate of occupancy.
(A) Use or Occupancy: No building or structure in Group A
(Assembly), B (Business), B-4M (Mercantile), E (Education), F
(Factory), I (Institutional), H (Hazardous), R-1 (Multi£amily
Residential), or S(Storage) occupancies shall be used or occupied,
and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a
building or structure or portion thereof shall be made until the
fire marshal has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as
provided herein. In addition and effective as of March 1. 1998. no
one- or two-familv dwellina as those terms are de£ined in Chap er
60 of this code, of R-3 occupancv mav be rented. used or occu�ied
defined in Chanter 60 of this code.
(B) Change in Use: Changes in the character or use of a
building shall not be made without the approval of the building
official and the fire marshal, and the building may be occupied for
purposes in other groups provided the new or proposed use is less
hazardous, based on life and fire risk, than the existing use.
(C) Certificate Issued: After final inspection by the building
official, when it is found that the building or structure complies
with the provisions of this Code, the fire marshal shall issue a
certificate of occupancy.
(D) Existing Buildings:
(11 Seo�e of reauirement. Every building�except one- and two-
family dwellings and residential garages heretofore erected which
owner's familv, as familv is defined in Chapter 60. shall have a
certificate of occupancy issued by the division of fire prevention
and posted on the premises. Before such a certificate can be
issued, such buildings, includinc� anv basements and common areas
for one- or two-familv rental dwellings shall be inspected by the
division and found to conform to the requirements of the building
code at the time of construction or at the time of conversion to
its present use and to the provisions of the Saint Paul Legislative
Code; except that energy efficient standards in rental dwellings
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and multiple dwellings shall be enforced on complaint basis only.
No building or rental dwellina which is required to have a
certificate of occupancy shall continue to be occupied without such
certificate.
(2) Implementation schedule for one- and two- family rental
dwelling inspections. Those existing one- and two-famil�
(a) The fire marshal shall have ten vears in which to
complete the initial inspections of all one- and two-
familv rental dwellings for the purboses of
certification.
(b) The fire marshal shall divide the city into
geographicallv dis�ersed inspection areas. usin�nlannin�
district boundaries, which are reasonablv balanced in
terms of the number of affected one- and two-familv
rental dwellings and the extent of code comr�liance as
found in housinc� condition survev data.
(c) The implementation schedule for initial ins�ections
should insgecC agproximately one-fifth of all one- and
two-family rental dwellinas everv two vears over the
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thereafter everv four (4) two—f�� vears for �ur�oses of
renewinc� the certificate of occupanc�
.�d) The imnlementation schedule for the established
inspection areas should give priorit� to �te and
not limit the discretion of the fire marshal to inspect
rental dwellin�s regardless of area location and take
(3) Provisional certificate. On or before March 1. 1998, the
legal or eauitable owner of each one- or two-familv rental
dwellinc� shall make a written a�plication to the fire marshal
on an aporoved form furnished bv the same for a certificate of
occu�ancv to allow the use or occux�ancv of the rental
dwellinq. The fire marshal shall issue a provisional
certificate of occugancv to the owner/apnlicant of the rental
March 1.1998, pending issuance of a certificate of occu�ancv.
A brovisional certificate is sub;iect to renewal everv two
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limited and scarce insnection resources:
slow or non-compliance with inspection orders, or (v) the
transfer or sale of an equitable or legal interest.
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vears and mav be revoked on the same grounds as a certificate
o£ occugancy Rental dwellinc�s constructed or converted to
rental use after March 1 1998 shall not be eligib�e for a
of occupancy.
(E) Renewal Required: An inspection shall be scheduled by the
division of all buildings of Group A(Assembly), E(Education), I
(Institutional), H (Hazardous), and B (Business), M (Mercantile),
S(Storage), F(Factory) occupancies which have a certificate of
occupancy, excepting light hazard occupancy which shall be
scheduled for inspection every two (2) years. Inspections shall be
scheduled by the division on a two-year cycle for all buildings of
R-1 occupancy and on a four-year cycle for those one- and two-
family rental dwellings of R-3 occu anc� which have a certificate
of occupancy. If it is found that such buildings do not conform
to the applicable requirements, including the timelv pavment of all
fees, the certificate of occupancy may be revoked and the building
shall not be occupied until such time as the building is again
brought into compliance with such requirements.
(F) Fees for Certificate of Occupancy:
(1) Original issue, new buildings. There shall be no fee
charged for an issuance of the certificate of occupancy
for new buildings at the completion of their construction
covered by a building permit.
(2) Renewal fee for R-1 occupancies. Nine dollars ($9.00) per
residential unit, minimum fee one hundred dollars
($100.00), maximum fee three hundred seventy dollars
($370.00).
(3) Renewal fee for A (Assembly), E (Education), I
(Institutional), H (Hazardous), F (Factory), M
(Mercantile), S (5torage) and B (Business) occupancies.
Seven dollars ($7.00) per one thousand (1,000) square
feet, minimum fee seventy-five dollars ($75.00), maximum
fee three hundred seventy dollars ($370.00).
(4) Reinspection fee. The renewal fee established in
subsections (2? and (3) above allows for one (1)
inspection and one (1) reinspection for the renewal of
the certificate of occupancy. A reinspection fee of fifty
(50) percent of the renewal fee shall be levied for each
additional reinspection required of nonconforming
occupancies.
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and that the certificate of occu�ancy shall not be issued or
denied a£ter the building and all rental dwellings have been
inspected for compliance with the minimum standards of all
(5) Referral reinspection fee. Whenever a written correction 1.` ��
order is issued to the owner or responsible agent of the a
owner for a violation of this code and after a reasonable
time for compliance has elapsed, a reinspection sha11 be
made. If the violation has not been corrected at the time
of the reinspection, a referral reinspection fee of fifty
dollars ($50.00) shall be collected for every subsequent
reinspection until the violation is corrected.
(6) Partial certificate of occupancy fee. Notwithstanding
subsection (1) of this paragraph (F), a fee of one
hundred dollars ($100.00) will be charged for each
partial certificate of occupancy requested. The issuance
of a partial certificate o£ occupancy is at the
discretion of the building official and the portion of
the building covered by the certificate must be legally
completed and ready to occupy along with all other life
and safety requirements.
(7) No entry fee. A no entry fee of fifty dollars ($50.00)
shall be assessed to the renewal fee and collected
whenever an owner or responsible agent of the owner has
been notified in writing of the date and time for a
certificate of occupancy renewal inspection, or any other
reinspection, and the owner or responsible agent of the
owner fails to notify the fire marshal's office in
writing, by at least 8:00 a.m. on the date of the
scheduled inspection, of an alternate date and time for
the inspection or reinspection when the owner or
responsible agent of the owner will appear for the
inspection.
(8) Discounted fee. Whenever a certificate of occupancy
renewal inspection finds no violations of any applicable
code, the renewal fees set forth in subsections (2) and
(3) of this paragraph shall be discounted twenty-five
(25) percent.
(9) Late fees. A late fee shall be charged and collected
whenever the owner or responsible agent for the owner
makes application for certificate renewal after the
expiration date of such certificate. Separate late fees
shall also be charged and collected whenever the owner or
responsible agent for the owner pays late any other fees
due and payable under this section. All late fees shall
be ten (10) percent of the certificate renewal fee. A
late fee shall accrue for each thirty-day period or
portion thereof which has elapsed after the expiration
date of the certificate or the date of inspection on
which the underlying fee is based. In no event shall any
one il) late fee exceed fifty (50) percent of the
certificate renewal fee. The late fee(s) shall be in
addition to any other fee or payment required.
10 Rental R-3 Occupancies The initial ins�ect'on fee shall
be eightv dollars (580 00) for one-family rental
dwellings and ninetv dollars t590 00) for two-familv
rental dwellings The renewal fee for a certi i ate of
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(G) Exceptions: The £ees for the certificate of occupancy and
inspection are provided in section 33.04(H)(4)(c) and paragraph (F)
of this section shall be required on buildings owned and occupied
by any governmental agency, including county and state governmental
agencies. The City of Saint Paul, and any other agencies
specifically exempted from such fees under state law, shall be
exempt from payment of such fees.
Section 4
These amendments shall take effect and be in force thirty days
after its adoption, approval and publication.
Requested by Department of:
Adopted by Council: Date ���",
Adoption Certified by Council Secretary
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of occupanev Rental dwellinas constructed or conv r ed to
rental use after March 1 1998 shall not be eligible for a%
of occupancv.
(E) Renewal Required: An inspection shall b scheduled by the
division of all buildings of Group A(ASSembly), E iEducation), I
(Institutional), H(Hazardous), and B(Busine s�, M(Mercantile),
S(Storage), F(Factory) occupancies which ve a certificate of
occupancy, excepting light hazard occup ncy which shall be
scheduled for inspection every two (2) yea . Inspections shall be
scheduled by the division on a two-year c 1e for all buildings of
R-1 occupancy and tho e one- a d two-fami ental dwe of R-3
occupanc_y which have a certificate of ccupancy. If it is found
that such buildinqs do not conform to e applicable requirements,
occupancy may be revoked and the
until such time as the building i
with such requirements. ,
1 e the certificate of
ilding shall not be occupied
again brought into compliance
(F� Fees for Certificate o Occupancy:
(1) Original issue, ne buildings. There shall be no fee
charged for an is ance of the certificate of occupancy
for new buildings.at the completion of their construction
covered by a bu' ding permit.
(2) Renewal fee
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R-I occupancies. Nine dollars ($9.00) per
it, minimum fee one hundred dollars
mum fee three hundred seventy dollars
(3} Renewa.t fee for A {Assembly), E (Education), I
tlnsti utional}, H {Hazardous), F (Factory), M
{Mer antiZe), S(Storage) and B(Business) occupancies.
Sev n dollars ($7.OD) per one thousand (1,000) square
fe t, minimum fee seventy-five dollars ($75.00), m�imum
e three hundred seventy dollars {$370.00).
(4) Reinspection fee. The renewal fee established in
subsections (2) and (3) above allows for one (1)
inspection and one (1) reinspection for the renewal of
the certificate of occupancy. A reinspection fee of fifty
(50) percent of the renewal fee sha11 be levied for each
additional reinspection required of nonconforming
occupancies.
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trsteMepartmentat Memorandum
CITY OF SAII1'f PAUL
TO: Council Presidem Dsve'Thune
Councitmember Jonry Blakey
Conncilmember Dan Bostrom
Counciimember Joe Collins
` Councilmember Mke Herris
Ca�ncilmemliar Bobbi Driegard
Cotimcila►ember Giadys Morton
FROM: Fire Marshai Steve Zac;card t%���
DAT"E: Piovember 12, 1997 J
. �: Code Requirementa for 1- or 2-family Dwe(lings
t,.��Ej�i�t
���°ber 22. 1997 Publi� kesrir►S on the ordinance to expand the fire degartmerrt's existing
certificate of accupancy . inspe�cion prop�rsm to include 1- or 2-family reatel dwet!'sngs,
Councitmember Harrig requeste�f a detailed list of what the codes require of these dwetlings. That
list is attached.
Cc: Tim Fuller
Gary Tiudeau
Roger C�rtis
Chuck Votel
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DBYARTMFNT OF PIItE AND SAFETY SLRVICPS
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DIVLTIDN OP flRE PREVENfION
Srcven ZaccarQ, flrc Marshot
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Norn� Cok�en, Magor
]Q1 Pan Elevemh So-ser TeGeyhone: 612-228-6230
SaLSPn�LMN55101 fac.rimile:6f2-228•6241
ONE AND TWO UNIT RERITAL DWELUNGS
PRE-INSPECTION CHECKLIST
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For ownerslmanagers of rentat propeRy of one or two unit dweili�gs.
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SANITATION • Premises shall be maintainetl free of accumulated garbage, trash, solid wasie,
enimal 18C8s or refuse_
GRAD1Pid AND DRAINAGE - A11 premises shaJf be graded and maintained so as io drain water
awey irom accupied sttuctures and minim{ze the acCUmulation of water on such premises.
GROUNp COVER - Every resident+at premis9s shall be maintalned in a condition to control
erosion, dust and mud by suitable landscaping with grass, trees, shrubs o� other pfsnted ground
cover, or by paving wlth asphati, concrete or Qy such other suitabte msans as shall be approved
by the enforcement officer.
GRASS AND WEEDS - Grass and weeds shali no2 be more than 8 inches in height.
INSECTS AND RODENT 1NFESTATIONS - tt shatl be the responsibility of the ownsr to con2rol
and/ot efiminate any infest8tion of inspects, rodents or other pe5ts in all e�rterior areas and
accessory structures on the premises,
ACC£SSORY STRUCTURES - AI! acCessOry structures �nCluding, but no fimited ta detechad
garages, sheds and fences, shai{ be maintainad structurally sound and in good rapair. A11
euterior wood surFaces, other than decay-resistent woods, shaN be protected from tne elements
and decay by paint which is not tead-hssed paint or by ather protective covering or ireatment.
Servfce doors to residentiai garages hai! be provided with saouring locks.
STOHED MA7ERiALS - it shatl be unlawful to accumufate and store bu+iding material, lumber.
boxes, cartons or other containers, machinery, scrap metei, junk, raw matsrial, fabricstetl goods
and other ftems in such manner ss to constitut8 a nuisance o{ rodent harhorage.
flREWOOD - Piles of firewood shsil not be m�re than 5 feet in haig�t and not ctoser than 10
feet from a habitable buiidlnp.
REFRiGERATORS AND ACCESSIBLE Ct?NTAINERS - ft shaii be uniawful ta permit a refrigerator
or other container, sufficierttiy targe to retain a chiid and wiih doors which fasten automaticaily
whan elosed, to be exposed and accessible to chifdrert withaut removing the doors, lids, hinges
or iatches.
EXTERIOR SiDEWALKS, WALKWAYS AWD STAIRS - All sidewe(ks, watkweys, end extarior
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stairs shali be maintained in a sefe, sound condnion, ftee of defects and nszsrds.
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M1XED MUMtCIPAL SOUD WASTE S70RAGE AND REMOVAL. - Every residence buiiding sha11
'� be s�pplied with approved Containers which are of sufficient quant±ty and capacity to store ai!
tha mixed municipal sotld weste from the unit and which are equipped with tight-fStting covers
for storage of mixed municipal soiid waste. Mixed municipal sotid waste shai! be collected at
feast weekly by a iicensed refuse hauler. In atl residence buiidings, it shafl be the responsibft�ty
of the ownet to provide the corrceiners and aonuact with s ilcensed hauler for coliection of the
mixed munlcipal solid waste.
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ADDRESS NUMBEHS - Must 6e Ctearly readaU►e from the street, and a►ley if applieabie, both day
and night. {See attachment HN-1.)
RAlNLEADERS - Disconnect if drafned into city sawer.
ROOF - Must be tight, with0ut 48aks.
EXTEWOR W1sLLSJPAINT - Extetior surfaces other than deCay-resistant wood must ha peinted
wtth non-lead-based paint. (SCraped and primed where Ree��n8•1
STAtRS/PORCHESiDECKS - Must be maintained '+n sound co�dition and good repair.
Balustrades and guard►ails no more than nine inches i9") apan must be instatled on
stairvvayslporchesldecks mora than ttiuty inchas (3d"! above grade.
RAILS - Handralfs and balustrad8s required on stairs with fiaur ar more risers end must be
. mai�te�lned in good condition.
DOORS - Must be in sound condition and good repair, capabla of being easily opened from the
inside withouL the use ot a key. tSingie-fiamily and firSt floor of dupiexas can be equipped with
doubie-cyiintler dasdbofts.!
WfNDOWS - Must be in sound condition, have no broken glass, have hardware to hofd in the
"open" posltion, fit tigAt within the frama, and secure tocking mechanism. (Locks required on
every w)ndow up ta and including second story or accessibte by fiirs escape, stairs, etc.)
Windows can be epuipped with bars far security if tfiey are not required "egress windows."
W;adows muat 6e equipped wlth screens.
GARBAGE CONTAIIVERS - Owners are rgqutred to furnish Suffiicient containers with tids and
weekly gatba@0 piCk-up (atso see Public Works Ordinance for Recycl;ng reauirements{•
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POST CERTiFlCATE OP OCCUPANCYlOWNER 1NFORMATIQN - MusL be postsd near the front
door so it can be resd from outside trie bullding. Owner ir+formstian and emergency tantaots
ata pre-prinled on Certfficate af OccupanCy for you.
WALtS/FIQQEiS/PAFNT - Must be ma(ntained cfea�, painted, and in a professional state of
repair.
STAIRSlRAl1S - Same specifications aS exterior stafrs.
EXTERMtNATION - Qwners are responslble to exterminate insects and rodents in all areas of
the huildlnp and premises.
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EVACUATlON PLANHING - Owners ars urged to develop end furnish to the occupants an
epproved 0mergency evacuation p{an.
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FIRE EXT1Nt3UiSHERS - A 2A74BC fire extinguisher shouid be available �ear an exit from the
tlwelling.
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fSCAPE WINDOWS - One window from each sleeping room must be easily openable from the
inside. Some secutity grates and bars heve mschanisms thai opsn easily from inside. These
windows must nave a net glazed area of five point seven {5.7} square feet, minimum net ctaer
openable heigfit dimension of twenty-four inches i24"), minimum net clsar openabie width
dimenston of tweniy inches 120"f, and a sill-side height of no more than forty-eight inches i48")
above the floor. Area welts must mest minimum sizes {Ses Buitding Department direct+ve and
EW-1 Attachment.!
EX1T OSSTAUCTIONS - Afl exits to the buiiding must be unobstructed at atl items. 1Jo storage
ls af{owed in steirwe�ls, corridors, or in front of doors.
EXIT ILLUMIWATION - AN common hai{s and inside stairw8ys must be lit with a minimum
iiluminatfon of one foot-candl� per square foot. Exterior exits and entryways are required to
be illumin8ted a minimum of one fooicandfe at gtade level.
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. PLUMBINO/SEWER - Kitcfien sinks, hand sinks, bathiub, showers, toitets or urinals must be
suppiied w3th tunning water, adequate hot watar where appHCab�e, and must be Connected to
the sewer and water system in accordanca with all provisfons ot the Plumbing Cotle.
COMBUSTIBLE STOHAGE/Fl1RNACE RdOM - Combustible storage should nat be in
any room containing furnace, heating, mechanical, or efectrica) equipment.
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INCINERATORS - Not 811owad unless PCA-approved 8nd capabie of burning over 7,000 pounds
pet hour. ,
FURNAC£lHEATiNG PLANT - Must be capable of providing fiedt at 88 dagrees five feet above
tha floor in Sny ar8a of the dwetltng. Instalfation, repair, or aiteration of an heating equipme»t
must be tlone by a licensed contractor undei permit from the Buifding insp�ction and �esign
Division. llpon renewa( of the Certificata of Occupancy, a fo�m wiil be provided the
ownerlmanager which must be fiiled out by e ticensed contractor verifying that the heating
system or space heatar has bean sarviced and is fres ot carbon monoxide spiilage. iSee RH-1
attaChment.l
WATER HEATER - Must be capabie of supptyi�g adequate hot weier at a minimum temperstu�e
of 120 degrees and a ma�cimum of 130 degrees at every kitchen sink, tuh, shower, and laundry
faciliLy. All repairs or atterations must be made unGer permit fram the Buifding Inspection and
Design Division by s licensed contractor ln scCardance with ihe Plumbing Code.
GAS COAINECTIONS - Flezible ConneCtors on stoves or dryers must be AGA approvetl double-
wsQed. Single-waNed connecto�s that are klnkad, damagaC, or corroded must be replaced.
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ELECTRtCAL - Service must be adequate ia serve needs of occupants and maintained in
accordance with the Electricat Code. Evary roorn 124 squsre feet or tess must have at least
two dupiax out)eu. One additionel ouilet fs required tor each additionai 80 square #eet.
� Kitchens musc have at laast three duplez outiets, one of which must be supplied by a separate
20-smp circuit, Any new outiet 'snstaUed within a six-foot radius of a kitchen sink must be
Ground Feuft Circuit Interrupters I�FI). Every pubtic halt, water ctoset, bathroom, laundry, or
fumace roam must co�tain at least one etectric light fi�Rure. 8athroom and laandry rooms must
contain one light fixture and one dupfex autiet. The laundry room ouUat must he within six feet
of the laundry appfiance on a separate 20.amp circuit. The outiet in ihe bathroom must be �FI.
Existing outieis in ba[hroams must bs convsrted to a GFI or removed. Ail metallic tixtures
within flva feet R5') horizonteity or efght feef 48`} vsrtically of grounded surfaces shail be
gtoundad.
ALL FAC�.ITIES AHD EQUtPMEAIT - AN required and suppiiad equipment and all bui4ding spaces
and parts rnust ba constructed and mainteined to properly and safely perform their intended
function. iAn air condiiioner is not required; but if provided, must work.!
WOOOSTOVES - Ars not ailowed in residentiai garagas or areas where flammable Iipuids or
vapors are present.
GASOIINE STORAGE - No gasoline or other fiammabie iiquid can be stored in a residentiai
bu�idi�g unless stored in a�-hour. fire-rated room or approved fire•rated cabinet. FlammabVe
liquids can never be stored in a room with a sourca of ig�ition, sucfi as a furnace, water heater,
etc.
CONDEMNATIONJUNfiT - A Qwelling unit or enti�e buiiding may be Condamned when it is
� determined to be an;nhabitahle or a hazard to tha safety or weifare of the tenantls►.
UNITS - DIAt�LLIMG
SMpKE DETfCTORS - State statute requires an operabfe smoke detector providad and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions outside each sieeping area of
the rentai uNt. Battery ar eleccric smoke tletectors are allowed, but electric are recommended.
Smoke detectors must be tested at least monihly, and batteries shouid be replaced annualiy.
tSee SD-1 attacAment.) �
bEADBOL7 LpCKS/DOORS - Entry doors must be equipped arith one-inch t 1"? approved sin8le-
cyllnder deadboit locks. Existing 5/8" deadboit locks may remafn on sot;d core wood doors.
meTel doors. and 314" panel doors with a s(x-{nch f6"! extendad strikepiate for wood-frame
doars. doors must be substantiafly secure trom 18sgsl entry, snd if repiaoed, must be repiaced
with solid core, sotid wood 3/4" panei or a mefal door with metai frames. Hinges must be
R�aced on the inside of the door. Doors of single-family and grede levels af dupiexes may be
equipped witfi double-cyl}nder tleadboits, but owners must warn occupants ot potential fire
hazerds. iSee AD-1 attachment.}
PATl016LIDER DOORS AND WiNDQWS - A removable track fitier or key-operated venical or
horizontai bnit lock on pat10 and Alider windows is required. A wootl fiiler strip or removable
screw in upPer track of windows shouid be installsd to prsvsnt them from being lifted out of
traCk.
FLOORStWALLS/PAINT/CASINETSlWOODWORK - Musi be in sound candition and good repair.
AII paini must be non lead-based. My peeting or Haking paint must be rempved and repainted.
W{NDOW LOCKS - At! windows must be equipped wifh secure locks.
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sPaCE HE . Pa �
and muyY SLb) to a►i req�ire�e 0�
be servioed b ms of s � v ;cing���eaning (�8 �urnace/Heatrn
Occupancy renewai, Y a���ensed cantractor and
`� Aii regulations of ihe Mechanicai Code mun tie d durin 9 P�ant1 d�� _� a��
BATHROOM LIGHT 9 Certlflcete of
��I�ATION - Eve aDPiied.
outside, a minlmum s)ze cf e� n' b�hroo
approv� m�h�� percent (g96 m mu � have a window openabte
Cal verttllation � of the total fioor area of tO the
SYSiem. the room,
TOlLETq{,qpp SINK o� an
hand sink, and 2ub or�o BH�sY811ed and mainfained in accordance with
�- Each dwelpng unit must coniain a bathroom wixh toilei,
t� m ��R - Must be imperyious to water. ihe Plumbing Code.
st be r epaired�rapl�etl, Carpetin
g not allowed, Cracks or
KITCFIEN SIN missing
K - Every dwellln
requirement in the bathroom. 9 �nli shail contain a kitch
en sink apart from ihe hantlslnk
��CTRIC4l p�1�s _ S� E�ectricat.
EX7ENSION CORDS - Not ailowed for pe�manant wirin
circuit breakers ase aiso not le ai. The overload on the wirin in the w
can be e fire h 9 8• Those extension cords with
ezefd. 9
a�i produces heat and
OCCUPAlyT �p,4D _ pwe11i� �nits
9 must contai� the foilowinp;
TOTAI UH1T OROSS PLOOR qqEq
1 oocupant - 750 squa�e feet
, 2 0 � more ocCUpents - 10p square feet pe� pa�son
GROSS SLEEp�NG pOaM/��OOR qqEq
1 occupant - 7p square feet
2 0 � more occupants - 60 square feet per p�rson
TENqNT SqN�Tqr�ON/REgpp
ciean and sanita NS - Occu
They are also � � cond(tlon and tlispo e of r f pents are requtretl to m;
their quired to kee '� e �Se in the contairters e fain their unit in a
use and operatip�, �f the UPp�tetl fixtures I Provided b
maintained !n accordance with the � ean and san;ta Y the owner.
y furnish any fiMUres of their own the uSe reasonabte care in
Building Code. Y must be inste�led and
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water p��pp�s coutorrr� baMeria and p d e11 ��
P�operty owner nitrate 8s serviCetl by a private �,ye11 for
every two (21 years. ii shaif be the resPons'bilitY of rhe pro drinking
ROOMIN6 be conducted by the
UNRS/ADDITIQNAL REQWREMENTS PeRy owner.
� • Cannot contain
miCrowav�.) cookin9 or eatin
9 facitiiies. (i.e., s[oves,
2 hot plate5, refrigeretors.
A bathroom corrc�;���g a hand sink, toitet,
str�cture directly accesgtple w;thout
adjacent to �tl tub or shp„„ mu� be avaitable withln the
the rooming unit. 9Oj^ outside and
fra�;o� thereof). One bathroom rr�u �� the
st be availabie for ch fiver or a floor
3 • Each sleepin8 room pe�sons (or
per person for tN,o musi contain at least 70 squara i
or more peOp►e. eet of Haor
area, or 60 square feet
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Owners are respansihie for weekly changes of supplied linens and taweis.
Every roars�ing unft muss bs supplied wi2A shades, drapes, or oiher mater;als affording
prlvacy.
S. Owners are responsibie for sanitary maintenance of watis, floors, ceilings, and for
maintenanCe of all suppiied equipment.
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Norm Colemnn, bfayor
November 19, 1997
To
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Re:
BUSINESS REVIEW COYNCIL
Wi"Iliam Cosgnff, Chair
IAWRYPROFESSIONAL BUILDING
Suite 300
350 SG Peler Streef
Sain! Paul. Mrnnssola 55102-]SIO
Council Ptesident Thune and Members of the City Council
Business Review Council (BRC)
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Telephone: 612-266-9090
Facsimrte: 61 D2669099
612-266-9124
Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Family Rentai I1nit Proposal
The BRC wishes to ciarify its position regazding the Certificate of Occupancy proposal submitted
by Councii Member Megard and Counci3 Member Bostrom.
After lengthy discussions and detailed analysis of the proposal, (at which Council Member
Megard and her aid, Ann Ciezlak were present) the BRC authored a clear and concise resolution
endorsing the general concept of a Certificate of Occupancy for one and two family rental units.
However BRC support was clearly based upon three amendments to the original proposal;
including a focus on problem properties, a flexibie renewal based on the condition of the
property, and appropdate funding and sta�'ing for the program.
A copy of the original resolution has been attached for your review and consideration.
cc: Mayor Norm Coleman
Roger Curtis, Assistant to the Mayor
Nancy Anderson, Council Secretary
BUSNESS REVIEW COWi CIL
tfilkcm CosgrtJf, Chm�
CITY OF SAINT PAUL
Norm Caleman, Mayor
LOIf'RYPROF£SSIO.VAL BUIIDl.�"G
Surte 300
3SOSt PeterStreet
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102-/510
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Telephone: 612-266-9090
Facsimile: 612-266-9099
672-2669124
RESOLUTION
SAINT PAUL Bt3SINESS REVIEW COUNCIL
Presented By: Mazk Mceller
Seconded By: Julie Hoff
Date: November 6, 1997
WHEREAS, The Saint Paul Business Review Council (BRC) has thoroughly analyzed and discussed the proposal
requiring a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) for One and Two Family Rental Units, and
WHEREAS, the BRC has determined that there are significant community development opportunities contributing
to the economic vitality, health, safery and welfare of the citizens of Saint Pau] in the proposal.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE TT RESOLVED, that the BRC endorses requiring a Certificate of Occupancy for Qne
and Two Family Rental Units with the follo�ving provisions;
■ That the program �vill focus on problem One and Two Unit Rental Properties including, but not limited to,
those proQerties which: consume excessive Police and Fire Department resowces; generate complaints;
have a history of non-compliance; are tax delinquent; have been referred by a Community Councii; or
have a below market average tax assessment value for comparable property.
That the program wili maintain a fle�ble Certificate of Occupancy renewal period ranging from one yeaz
to five years based on the individual condition and needs of the properiy.
BE IT FtJIZTHER RESOLVED, that the BRC encourages the Mayor and the City Council to unplement the new
Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Family Rental Units by fceusing on the properties with the greatest
need rather than the geographic approach enumexated in the Resalution submitted by Councilmember Megazd and
Councilmember Bostrom.
NOW Bfi TT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the BRC recommends staffmg, funding and fee decisions associated
with the Certificate of Occupancy for One and T�vo Unit Rental Properties be implemented by the appropriate
City admnvstration and staff.
Adopted by the BRC: November 6, 1997
Resolution adopted 14-0 with no abstentions:
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Signed: �L+� �'�k!!'. -�
William Cosgciff, h u
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CITY OF SAINT PAUL
Nnrm Cnlemm�, Murnr
December 2, 1997
Councfl President David Thune
and City Councilmembers
310 and 320 City Hall
15 West Ke(logg Boulevard
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102
3S0 Citp Halt � Telephorse: 612-266-8510
IS Weat Keltogg BoulevarJ Facsimite: 612-266-8513
Sairst Paul, MN SSIO2
Regarding: Veto of Proposed Certificate of Occupancy Ordinance and Resolution
(Council Files 97-124b and 97-1247)
Dear Council President Thune and Councilmembers:
I am returning to you, w'sth my veto, the proposal to require a Certificate of Occupancy
(C of O) for one-and two-family rental dweliings which are not occupied by the owner.
As I have said on many occasions, I agree with and support the goals of the proposed
program. The quality of rental housing in Saint Paul is an important issue and instituting a
requirement that these rental units also meet the City's building, fire and property
maintenance codes is a goal I support.
To help ensure that rental units meet these goals, we have had a very active Information
Exchange Task Force (a.k.a. Problem Properties Task Force). The Task Force's activities
and actions have regularly been reported to you and your staff. The Task Force's
accomplishments include:
Creation of a full list of probiem properties. Removal of a properiy from this list
indicates the property's problems have been solved. Some 60 properties have
been removed from the list in the past two years.
Marked improvements in building structure, and tenant and landlord behavior in
several large rental complexes—including those in the Midway, Rice Street,
Payne-Maryland and Battle Creek areas.
An increase in Task Force participation by landlord and tanant groups.
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Council President and Councilmembers
December 2, 1998
Page 2
Nonetheless, I believe we will strengthen our neighborhoods by instituting a C of O
program that gives priority to cleady identified problem properties, specifioaUy those that
generate complaints. True problem properties shouid be the focus of any new program.
The following aze some of the flaws with the approved program:
The proposed grogram does not focus resources upon the important
issue—resgonse to complaints about and inspection of problem properties. Such
an approach'ss especially critical when we have scazce resources.
2. The proposed program is too infle�cible in its allocation of resources to the
establishment of a systematic, geographically-based, ten-yeaz inspection cycle of
properties as opposed to resources tazgeted for complaint responses. A better
approach, I believe, is to focus upon the inspection of problem properties and a
fl�ible schedule for re-inspection.
3. I have submitted a proposed budget to you and you have approved the maximum
levy for 1998. The costs of the proposed program are not included in either the
budget or the maximum levy. You have not identified budget resources to pay
for the implementation of the proposed program.
As you may recall, our staff have not reached agreement on the total costs af the
proposed program and the differences are substantial. No budget resourcas have
been identified that wouid fund even the lower program costs identified in your
staff analysis. I do not support the use of fund balances, which are one-time
revenues, for the use of an ongoing program. Nor have you shown that the
proposed fees will be adequate to cover progl costs.
Nonetheless, I will work with you to identify additional resources that could be
available for a C of O program in 1998.
On November 14, you were told of my concems with your ordinance and that, if passed
without modification, it would be subject to my veto. Since then, my staff has attempted
to work with you on alternatives that address the weaknesses of the proposed program.
Unfortunately, our attempts to find common ground were unsuccess£ul. Regrettably, then,
I veto the actions you have taken because yaur approach has significant weaknesses and
better alternatives are avai(able to accomplish our joint goals.
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Council President and Councilmembers
December 2, 1998
Page 3
This veto should not halt the development and consideration of a workable and successful
C of O program. I invite you to work with me to design a new proposal, one that focuses
upon problem properties, and one that can be submitted to you in early January, 1998.
Sincerely,
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Norm Coleman
Mayor
c: Peg Buk
Phil Byme
Steve Christie
Roger Curtis
Fire Chief Fuller
Peter Hames
Tim Manc
Joe Reid
Barb Renshaw
Gerry Strathman
Assistant Fire Chief Gary Trudeau
Fire Marshall Steve Zaccard
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Please de{iver immediately to:
of:
Fax number:
Voice number:
Fax received from:
of:
Fax number:
volce numDer:
Date:
St. Paul City Counci! Members
266857d
Rawiie R. Sufiivan
(612)6A9-0111
(612)649-0111
11J12/97
Time: 8:14:41 AM
Number of Pages: 1
Subject: Certificate of Occupancy Program
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a are many valid questions at�out this ordinance which Ms. Megard has not
�red to answer before bringing this bill before the council. There are many
owners who care for their renters and take care of this property. if this bill is
�d in it's present form these owners wiii be penalized for caring. Send this bill
for SERIOUS REVISION!
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November 12,1997
To: St. Paul City CounCil Members
From: Mary Kay Sullivan
2211 Dayton Avenue
5t. Paut, Mn 55104
Re: fJrdinance rzc}uicing Cert�ftcate of Occupancy Program for one� and two- wxit
dwellings
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Aiier reading'fhe pxoposal re�azdin� tlus oXClinsncc+, 1 do not ehink thut it is scilTiciently dc&ncd to
pass at this time.. As far ss I can tell the requireazents on the owners of s�zch rental properties aze
ambiguous aad dependent on the perticnlar inspector. Many older houses cennot possibly meet some
o�today's standards, but are fine and well-mamtained dwelling places. i also do not believe it to be �
good orclinance in its preseut fazm. Much oL the ihrust uf the ordinance seerras to be
to upgrAde shideat honsing. While this may be imporiasst, it should not be sn ord'mance which
peualizes the rsmaiuzder of the population.
I'he rents� wut whicfl my husbamd and i own is a ho�ase built in 1909. While rt is a comfartabie
d�veUing, u does bave its own set of idiosyncrasies which may zzoi meet today's standards. We rent
tv a smg(e woman whn hne dweh Ihere for uwre than ifi years. 'The hUUSe is on the same lot ss our
awn home, so we are constanfly awaze of any difficulties that may occur. If certain structural
irregularities aze presem, tJaaey would be imposszble or financ3atly prohibifSve tv change. "I7ien we
couf¬ a6ford co ren[ the gropetry and the woman wouid be out of a horae.. She does consider this
her home aad treats h as such.
The ordinance seems to penalize people tike us who IDO maiatan� their properties by having ta pay
inspectiou fees ott a consistent basis in order to "catch " those who do NQ�' maintain their
prvperties. I am siue there are abuses per�et�ated by some landlords, but must we all be puaisHed?
tiver the ten years we have lived at oizr present address, we have been awaxe af xqany zou7n�,
vio�ations having to do with the niunber of unrelated aduits tivin� in A g;ven unn--thexe are 5 and 6
studebxs in sozne houses, I fiave even had patents tell me of t8eir son or daug�ter living �vith several
others and have asked if they realized this was a code violation,, 'x'he- respanse was that they did not
and it was ztot iin�purtant any�vay,
When 1 oalled Bobb,y Megard's olTice. I suggested thet a referral systsm m;ght be hetter requit;ng
evezyone to be inspected, I was fold thae this was not fair becnuse people were uot being "treated
equally". What is the faiz�aess in pvaishing {by fees, etc,) ihose who mamtain their re�tal properties
because sorne peopie du uot? Cou1J nvt the ortlinxnce be written in Such a way that thOSe whv tent
propezties in substandard condition and ue referred either by the inhab3tants or others then be-
iusQected sad reqaired to chanQe the condition of their property?
Please consider the rsanficatious to landiords sucla as us who try k�azd ta keep iheir
Px+>P��� � good cvndition, who naake au ell'ort to kccp tkeir rents reasonabte, �d work
�ith their tenants in maintazuiug the homes in our area. Dp NOT PA.SS this or.dinance!
tl/12197 12:09 FA% 612 593 0944
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SMA�CA, Inc.
MINNBSOTA-NORTH �AKOTA-SOU111 BAKOTA
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Pi�NE:IBt�SW�0Y�1
FAX: (S12) b0}OON
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Mayor Norm Coleman
390 City Hall
St Paui, MN 55102
Re: Certiticate of Q'ccnpancy Inspeetton Program for Rental Single FamilyiDapleaes
Dear Mayor Coleman:
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The Sheet Metal, Air Condifloning & Roofing Contractars Association of Minnesota (5MARCA} is a
trade association representing more than 175 heating and ventilating contractors in the Twin Cities metro
area.
We support the Certificate of Occupancy Tnspection Program. 'I'his prograzn is vital to maintain safe
housing in the City of St. Paul. This program of basic safety inspecfions of St. Paul's rentai housing
stock is important to the city, to the resale ability of its housing stock, and to the safety of its ci6zens.
The recent axticles in the Star Tribune on moistiuelvenrilalion pzobletns in homes and last winter's
carbon monoxide deaths in Minnesota show the vitat need for such periodic inspecrioas, including a
safety inspection of the heating systems.
In order ta have a quality inspecfion program that provides the needed inspections, the city must aiso
adequately staff the program. To estabiish the Certificate of Occupancy Inspection Program, while
cutting its unplementation� short changes the great citizens of 3t. Paul.
Again, SMARCA strongly supQorts the Certificate of Occupancy Inspection Progratn.
Sinceraly,
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aznes E. ' am
Chief Executive Officer
7E$:gaw
PETER L M4E, Mesident • STEVEq J. MCGR/�iN. Vla Prosidsrrt • SERRY L. HVTCMN50N, S�rnbry•Troasurx� N08FRT 0. McDOWALI„ Poft GresldeM
TNOMA9 J. BROGAN •C1IARLE$ l. flSHER • BRUCE A NASSEIBRiND • NENNEiH P..fOHNSOH • L4RAY C. JORDAN • CNRISTOPHER & LEE
DAND O. MCFARtANE •]LMES R. MYER3. LEROY L 5lUitER • ANTXONV M.9ROAREIU • 1. JOHN T9711S, J0. •JOIM H.7MEN
8nee1 Ns1N. Mr Candklooh+G
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November 11, 1997
cc: St. Paui City Couneil
11/12l1997 12:18
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FIRE PREVENTION
CITY UF SAWT PAL7I.
Department otFire and Safety Services
1Q0 East lkth Street
Saint Pau1, Minnesota 55lO1
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CITY OF SAINf PAUL
TO: Council President Dave Thune
Councilmember Ierry Blakey
Counciimember Dan Bostrom
Counciimember Joe Collins
` Councilmerr►ber Mike Herris
Cow�cilmembor Bobbi Megard
Councilmeim� G�ladys Morton
FROM: F�ure Marsha! Steve Zaccard �fS��
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DATE: November 12, 149? .J
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At the October 22, 1997, public hearing on the ordina�ce to acpand the fire departmem's e�cisting
cenificate of occupancy inspection prog�am to incl�de 1- or 2-family rental dwetlings,
Counciimember Hanis req,,msted a aetailed Ust of what the codes require of these dweUings. That
list is attached,
Ca Tias Fiilla
Gary Trudeau
Rogsr Cnrtis
Chuck Votel
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��F AND TH/p UNIT RENTqI py�E�L�NGS
PRE-INgpECT10N CHECKLIST
For oN,�ers/managerS of r
e�tal propeny of one or two unn dweilings.
S��TATI
e��mai f�g9 or etuse� shail be maintained tree of accumulated garbage, tr
GRADINQ AND D qq�NAGE - ash, solid waste,
��'�'eY from ocCUpietl A �� p�emises shail be
structures and gradetl and malntain
GROUNO mjnim►ze the ac cumularion of ed so as
COVER - water to dra�� �„�ater
erosion, dust E � e7 y ���Centi8l � on such premises.
cov e ^d mud by suitable lan p emises shall be malntalned '
by t e or by p m wrth asphal concr� w�th g�ass, trees, Shrubs a condition to
enfo�c Y offi �e or b control
cer. Y such other suitabfe � �Ther p�antea r
G�ASS AND means as shall be $�und
WEEDg - Gras,q and w PAroved
INSE�rg eeds shaU noi be more than
and/o� �� RODENT INFESTq�ry 8 j�ches in herght.
e�iminate any infe � ' �t shap
eccessory structures o �ation pf �� be the resportsibilit
n the p�s• rodents or other y� the owner to control
Premiy�s. pests in all
ACCESSaRY STRUCT �terior areas and
gara8es, sheds and f URES - q�� aCCesso
exterior wood S� ences, shell be ry � ru �ures inciudin
and d ff ��. other than d�amaintained streioturall g' but no iimited
SeN�ce ey bY p ��� t � is not lead-ba ed �� w y Sound and �� Yo, detached
doors to r oods, shafl be p�pfected frp�od repair, q��
esidential garages hali be 8fn or by other � m the etements
� MATERIq�g _ Provided with p°tective coverin
securin9 locics, 9 �r treatmenY.
boxes, cenons or �t shall be un►aw;u►
end other ite �ther contarners, to accumulate antl
m$ m such m�hinery, scra store b�i�d�
manner as to consritute P metal, j�nk, raw 9 rnateriai , lu
F �REINOOD _ a nuiSanCg O �p material, fabricated mber,
fe6t frpm a h P`1eS �� firew0oq gy � dent harborage. 800tls
abitable building, be more
rhan 5 feet in heigryt antl not closer than 7p
REFq�
or otheG �p�t��'�� ACCESStBLE CONV
when closad, • s ufficiertt�y lar TAINEqg - It shall be unlawful to
or latches, to be exppy� 8e to retain a �hild and w(th
ehd eCCessib�e to childr doors whiCh astent a refri
� withoui rem 9efator
EXTE ov�� automalically
RIOR SfDEyyp�K WAL 9 the doors, litls, hin8es
KW qYS AND STAIRS _
A�� sidewalks, wa�kv„a e�� exterior
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sLairs shali he maintained in a safe, sound condition, free of defacts and hazards.
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MIXED MUNIqPAL SOUD WASTE STORAGE AND REMOVAL. - Every tesideoce buitding Shafl
be supptietl writ� approved coniainers which are of sufficient quantity and capacity to store a11
ihe mixed municipal soiid wsste from the unit and which ere equipped with tight-fStting covers
for Storsge of mixed municipal soiid waste. Mixed municipai solid waste sha11 be collecLed at
teast weekly by s licensed refuse hauler. !n afl tesidencs bvildings, it shall be ihe rssponsibiUty
of the ownet to provide the containers and contract with a ifcensed hauler for collection ot the
mixed munlcipal salid wasta.
IXTER(S�e AF BUILDIht3
ADOF�SS MIMBERS - Must be cieariy readable from the street, and alley if appiicable, both day
and Mght. (See attachment HN-1.)
RAINLEADERS - Disconnect if drafned into city sewer.
RpQF - Must be tight, without lesks.
EXTERIOR WALLSlPAINT - Ext�for suffaces other than decay-resistant wood must be painted
with non-teed-bassd paint. {Scraped and primed where pee)ing.}
STAIRSlPORGHES/DECKS - Must be ma�ntained in sound condition and good repair.
Betus[rades and guardrsils no mofe than nine inChes {9"} apatt must be installed on
stairwaysiporchesldecks more than thirty inches (30"} above grade.
RAILS - Handraits and belustrades required on stairs w9th four or more risers and must be
maintafned in good condition.
DOORS - Must be in sound condition and good �epair, capable of being easily apened from the
inside without the use of a key. tSingie-family and Frsc floor of duplexes can be equipped with
double-cylind9r desdboits.)
WMIDOWS - Must be in SounC condition, have no hroken glass, have ha�dware to hotd In the
"open" poskion, fit tight withi� the ftame, and secure locking mechanism. ilocks required on
every window up to and including second story or accessible by fire escape, stairs, etc.1
Windaws can be equipped with bars for security if they ars not required "egress wi�dows."
Windows musi be equipped with screens.
GARBAGE CONTAINERS - Owners are required to furnish sufficisnt containers w;th lids and
weekiy garba�e piCk-op {also ses Pubiic Works Ordi�anca for Recyciing requirementsM•
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P4ST CERTfFiCATE OP OCCUPANCYlOWNER lNFORMATION - Must be posted near the front
door so it cen be read itom outside the bullding. Owner informatian and emergency contacts
are pra-printed on Certifficate of Occupancy for yau.
WALLStFLOQRSlPAINT - Must be maintained ciean, paintad, and in a protessionsi state ot
repair.
STAtRSJRA#LS - Same specificetionS as exterior stafrs.
EXTERMiNAT10111- Ow�ers ate responsible to exterminate insects and rodsnts in alt areas of
the buildtng and premises.
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EVACUATION PLANNING - Owners are urged to develop end fumish to the occupants an
approved emergency evacuatfon plan.
FIRE IXTIHtiU1SHERS
FIRE EXTINCiU1SHERS - A 2A708C fire extinguisher should be availab4e near an exit from the
dwelling.
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ESCAPE WMiDOWS - One window from each sleeping room must be easily openable trom the
inside. Some security grates and bars have mechanisms that open easily fram inside. These
windows must have a nat giazed area of five point seven t5.7? square feet, minimum net ciear
opanabie height tlimension o4 twenty-four inches i24"), minimum net ctear openable width
dimenslon o} twenty inChes (2Q"), and a sill-side height af �o more than fony-eighY inChes (48"!
above the floor. Area wells must meet minimum sizes (See Bu+)ding Department directive and
EW-1 Attechment.)
EXIT 09STRUCTIbNS - All axits to the bu;tding must be unobstructed at atl items. No storage
is aflowed in stairweils, Corridors, oT in front of doors.
EXIT ILLUMINATION - Aii aommon halis and fnside stairways must be iit with a minimum
illuminatlon of ane foot-candle per s�uare foot. Exterior exits and entryways are required to
be iilumin8ted a minimum of vne footCa�dte at grade level,
PLUMBINQISHINER - Kitchen sinks, hand sinks, bathtub. showers, toifets or urinals must be
suppfiad wlth tunning water, adequate hot water where appiicable, and must be connected to
the sewer and water system in accordance with atl provistons of the Plum6ing Code.
COMBUSTIBLE STORA6EtFURNACE ROOM - Combustible storaga should not be in
any foom COniafning furnace, heating, mecheniCal, or electricat equipment.
1NCINERATOR5 - Not sllowed unlsss PCA-approved and Capable ot burning over 7,000 pounds
per hottr.
FURNACE/HEATING PLANT - Nlust be capable of providing heat at 68 dagrees five feet above
the floor in eny srea of tfie dwelling. Installatian, repair, or elteration of an heating equipment
must be done by a licensed contractor under permit from the Buitding Inspection and �esign
Division. Upon renewat of the Certificate of O�cupancy, a form witl be provided the
owner/manager whiCh must be filled out by a iicensed contractor verifying that tha heating
system or space hsater has been serviced and is free ot carbon manoxide spillage. ISee RH-1
attachment.)
WATER HEATER - Must be capable of supplying adequate hot water at a minimum temperature
of 120 deprees and a mauimum af 130 degrees at every kiLChen sink, tub, shower, and laundry
facitity. All repairs or alterations must be made un0er permit from the Buifding Inspection antl
Design Division by 81iCensed contrector ln accordance with the Plumbing Code.
GAS COIVNEC770NS - Flexible conneCtors on stoves or drya�s must be AGA appraved double-
walletl. Singte-walled connectors that are kinkad. damaged. or cotroded must be replaced.
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ELECTAJCAL - Se►vice must bs adequate to serve needs of occupants and maintained in
accordance with the Electrical Code. Every room 120 square feet or less must have at least
two duplex outleis. One sddiiional outlet Is required for sach additianal 80 square faet.
Kftchens must have at least three dupiex outlets, ons of which must be supplied by a separate
20-amp circuit. Any new outlet instaUed within a six-foot radius of a kitchen snk must be
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters tGFI}. Every pubiic hall, water ctoset, bathroom, iaundry, or
fumaCe room must contain at least one electric ligM fixture. Bathroam and laundry rooms must
contain one light fixture and one dupie�c outiet, The taundry room outlet must be within six feet
of the laundry appliance o� a separate 20-amp circuit. The outie# in the bathroom must be GFI.
Extsting outlets in bathrooms must be converted to a GFI or removed. AII metallio fixtures
wtthin ftve feet t5'} hor{zontally or efght feet (8'► verticaNy of grounded surfaces shafl be
graut►ded.
ALL FACILITIES AND E4LfiPMENT - AN required and supplied equipment and aii building spaces
and parts must be constructed and maintained to properly and sately perform their intended
function. IAn air condiiioner is not required; but it provided, must work,)
WOUDSTOVES - Are not aflowed in residential garages or aress where flammabfe Iiqulds or
vapors are present.
GASOLINE STORAGE - No gasoline or other ftammable liquid can be stored in a residentiat
building unless stored in e�ne-hour. ftre-reted room or approved fire-rated cabinet. Flammabie
liquids can never be stored in a room with a suurce of ignition, such as a furnace, water heater,
etc.
COHDEMNATIQN/UMfl7 - A dwellfng unit or entire building may be condemned when it is
determined to be uninhabiiable or a hazard to the safety or welfare of the tenanttsl.
LNITS - DwEL�ING
SMOKE DETEC7dRS - State ststute requires an operabls smoke detector provided and
maiMained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions outside each sleeping area ot
the rental unit. 8ettery or eteCtric smoke detectors are allowed, hut eteciric are recommended.
Smoke detectors must be testetl at least monthly, and batteries should be replaced annuaily.
(See SD-1 attachment.►
DEAdBOL7 LdCKSlDOORS - Entry doors must be equipped with one-inch (1 "} approved single-
cyllnder deadbolt locks. Existing 518" deadholt locks may remafn on solid core wood doors,
metal doors, and 3/4" panet doors wiih a six-inch IB") extsnded strikeplate for wood-frame
doors. Doors must be substantially secu►e from Nlega� entry, and if reptaced, must be replaeed
with solid core, solid wood 3t4" panel or a metal door with metat frames. Hinges must be
placed on the inside of the door. Doors of single-tamily and grade ievels of duplexes may be
equipped wlth doublg-cyllnder deadbolts, but owne�s must warn occupants of potential fire
hazards. iSee AD-7 attachment.)
PAT101GUDER DOORS AND WINDOWS - A removable track filler or key-operated vertical or
horizontal bolt ►ack on patio and gfider windows is reQuired. A wood titler strip or removable
sCrew in upper track of windows should be installed to prevent them from being lifted out of
ttack.
FLOORSM►ALLSlPA1NTlCAHlN@TSlWOODWORK - Must tse in sound condition and good repair.
AII paini must be non lead-bassd. My peeling or flaking paint must be removed and repai�ted.
WIIYDOW LOCKS - All windows must be equipped with secure focks.
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SPACE HEA7'�RS - SubJect to atl requiremer►ts of servicing/cleaning (see �urnacelHeating Plant}
and must be ssrviced by a licensed contraetor and proof furnished during Geri�flcate of
Occupancy renewai. Atl regufations ot the Mechanical Code must be applied.
BATNROOM L1GHTtVENTilAT10H - Every batfiroom must hava a window openabie to the
auiside, a minimum s)ze of eight psrcent (6%3 of ths total tioar area of irie room, or an
epproved mechanical ventliatton system.
TOILET/HAND SINKfTUBlSHOWEA - Each dwetling u�it musi contain a bathroom with toilet,
hand sink, and tuh ar shower instaUed and maintained in accordance with tha Plumbing Code.
BATHROOM FLOQR - Must ba imp�vious to water. Carpeting not ailowed. Cracks or missing
ti18s tnust be rep8ired/tepleCed.
KITCHEN SINK - Every dwelHng unit shali contain a kitchen sink apart from the handsink
requirement in the bathroom.
ElECTRICAI OUTIETS - 58e Electricat.
EXl'�MSION COROS - Not allowed for permanent wi�ing. Those extension cords with
circuit breekers 8re elso not legal. The overload on the wiring in the wall produces heai and
can be a flre hazard.
OCCUPANT LOAD - Dweiling units must contain the following:
TOTAL UNIT (iROSS FLOOR AREA
1 occupant - 150 square feet
2 or more oCCUpents - 100 square feet per person
GROS$ SLEEPING ROOM/FLOOR AREA
1 occupent - 70 squere feet
2 or more ocCUpants - 50 square feet per person
TENAMT SANITATIQNtRE3PONSIBtLiTiES - Occupants ars requlred to msiniain the;r unit in a
clean and sa�itary condkfon and dispose of refuse in the containers provided by the owner.
They are also required to keep supplfed fixtures clean and sanitary and use reasonabte care in
thei� use and operation. ffi they furnish Sny fixtu►es of their own, they must be instalted and
maintained in accordanca with the Building Code.
PRt1lATE WELIS - In all dwellings or muitiple dweliings servicad by a private well for drinking
water purpases, CoBform bacterin and nitrate testing of water sha11 ba conducted by the
property ownsr every two t2) years. it shalt he the responsihitity of the prapsny owner.
ROOMIN6 UNITSfADdlTIQNAL REQUIREMENT5
1. Cannot contain cooking or eating facilities. (i.e., stoves, hot plates, refrigerators,
m;crowaves.}
2. A bethroom contai»ing a hand sink, toilet, and tub or shower must 6s avaifable within the
structure directly accessibie without going outside and on the same floor ar a floor
adjacent to the rooming unit. Orte bathroom must be avaiiahie for each tive persons (or
fraCtion thereofl.
3. Each sleep{ng room must contain ac ieast 70 square feet of fioor area, or 60 square feet
per person far iwo or more peopla.
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4. Owners ars responsibie for weekly changes of supplied linsns and towets.
5.
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Every rooming unit must be supplied wtth shades, drapes, or other materiats affording
privaCy.
Owners ate responsibie for sanitary mairtten8nce ofi wa8s, fioors, ceilingS, and for
maintenance of eii supplied equipme�t.
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October 21, 1997
Davs Thune, Council President
St Paul Gity Councii
Offics of the City
310 A Ciiy Halt
15 W. Keliogg
St Paut, MN 551�2
Dear Councii President Thune,
q�1- t �.��t
Thomas • Dale
DisYricY 7 Communify Council, Inc.
z� '369 Univezsity Avenve
St. Pau1, MN SS1Q3
PH: (612} 298-5068
FAX: (612) 29&-5072
The �istricf 7 Planning Councii at their Physical Pianning meefing held on Ocfober 14, revie�Ned the
CarG�cate of Occupancy proposal before you at the City Council.
The committee passed the foilow+ng motion that wilf go to our Board on Thursday October 23 for their revie�rr
Motion;
That the Districf 7 Planning Council conditionally endorses ihe proposed CerUficate of 6ccupancy proposai
for renter occupied single family homes and dupiex psoperties within tfie City ofi St Paui. We wouid i'ske to
sea ihe following concems/additions made to the ordinancs:
1) That the propased rentai Gcsnsing inspect+on plan, which shows that the Thomas Dale community
would rmt ceceive its initial inspection urrUl the year 2004-05> is nof acceptable. This proposed scheduie
wouid delay re�tai inspec6on in our community beyond the point oi heing effective.
2) That in conjunc6on wifh arry Certificate of Occupancy inspecfian program there needs to 6e
resources avaifable for iandlords to be able to make needed repairs to their propetty in order to keep families
from bei�g displaced firom su6standard housing without malting allowancss fior that housing #0 4e repaired.
3)1'he ciiy should at� take this oppartunity to require landlords and rnmers of singie fiamiiy,
dupiex, tripte� and muiii-iamiiy rental properties to be licensed. Licansing of ptopedy ownets aod tentai
agents wouid give added pro#ection to both communities and tenants when trying to rectify problam
prope�ies that they may own or opetate. -"
While theThomas Dale community could stand to benefit great{y from a reMal certificate of occupancf program,
we are concamed ihai this program not resu{t in the further foss of property wifihin in our several
neighborhoods. Our organization pfedges to wo�k close{y wiih ihe cify of SL Paui and its inspectior�s
department to ensure that any such program is implemented fairiy and that resources are made availab(e to
make cartain tfiat property is repaired, not just removed or demolished if found to 6e substandard upon
inspection. Thank you for your considertion of our comments and atten6on to this ptoposai. P4ease fee! free
to contact our stafF at 298-5068 if you need arry fudher information regarding our position.
Sincerety, .
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6regory Ray
Chair
DisUict l Pfaning Councii Board
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BUSINES5 REVIEW COUNCII,
�ib"am Cosgriff, Ckair
CITY OP SAII�'T PAUL
Narm Coleman
LOWRPPROF�SSIONAL BUbDII7G
Suite 300
350SC Petsr Sbee[
SaintPmtl Minnesota55102-I510
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Telephone: 61 L2G6A090
Facsimile: 612Z66-9099
612-Y669124
RESOLUTION
SAINT PAUL BUSINESS REVIEW COUNCIL
Fresented By: Mazk Mceller
Seconded Sy: Julie Hoff
Date: November 6,1997
WE�EREAS, The Saint Paul Business Review Council (BRC) has tharoughly analyzed and discussed the proposal
reqturuig a Certificate of Occupancy {C of O) for One and Two Family Rental Units, and
WHEREAS, the BRC has determined that there aze significam community development opporiunities contribuCing
to the economic vitality, health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Saint Paul in the proposal.
NOW, TFiEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the SRC endorses requiring a Certificate of Occupancy for One
and Two Family Rental Units with the following provisions:
■ That the program will focus on problem One and Two Unit Rerrtal Properties including, but nat limited to,
those properties which: consume excessive Police and Fire Depariment resources; generate complai�s;
have a history of non-compliance; are tax delinquent; have been referred by a Community Council; or
have a below mazket average tas assessment value for campazable properiy.
That the program will maintain a fleacible Certificate of Occupancy renewal period ranging from one yeaz
to &ve yeazs based on the individuai candition and needs of the properry.
BE IT FiJRTHER RESOLVED, that the BRC encourages the Mayar and the City Councii to implement the new
Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Family Rental Units by focusing on the properties with the greatest
need rather than the geographic approach enumerated in the Resolution submitted by Councilmember Megard and
Councilmember Bostrom.
NOW BE IT FINALLY RFSOLVED, that the BRC recommends staffing, funding and fee decisions associated
with the Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Unit Rental Properties be implemented by the appropriate
City adminisuation and staff.
Adopted by the BRC: November 6,1997
Resolurion adopted 14-0 with no abstentions:
Signed: �' . , - 7Z.
William Cosgrif� C
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An ordinance amending Saint Paul Legislative Codes Sections
33.Q2 and 33.05 to update the building code and to require a
certificate of occupancy for one- and two-family rental
dwellings which are not occupied by the owner.
The Council of the City of Saint Paul does ordain:
Section 1
The City Council finds it necessary and important to take advantage
of a change in the state building code which grants municipalities
the option to er�tend a certificate of occupancy requirement to
certain residential occupancies. The City Council finds that one-
and two-family rental dwellings which are not owner-occupied are
generally in need of greater code compliance inspections and
enforcement to avoid property deterioration and blight. A
certificate of occupancy requirement will establish a systematic
and periodic inspection policy which will promote and enforce code
safety and maintenance of rental dwellings, thereby decreasing the
need for complaint�driven inspections based on calle for service
from occupants or neighbors who may fear or risk some form of
reprisal from landlords or tenants. Accordingly, the systematic
certification of such rental dwellings will improve the health,
safety, and welfare of the citizens of Saint Paul who live in and
around its rental dwellings.
Section 2
The Saint Paul Legislative Code Section 33.02 shall be amended as
follows:
Sec. 33.02. Minnesota State Building Code--Adoption
(d) Section 3 109 of �he Uniform Building Code, a part of
the Minnesota State Building Code adopted by reference in Minnesota
Rule �3 1305.0010 (1995), is amended for the City of Saint
Paul to read as follows:
3�ec-389- I09.1 Use or Occupancy
No building or
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structure of Group A (ASSembly), E (Education), I
(Institutional), H (Hazardous), B (Business), F (Factory), M
(Mercantile), S (Storage), or R-1 (Multifamily Residential)�
or any one- or two-familv rental dwelling of R-3 occu�ancv as
set forth in 533.05 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code shall
be used or occupied, and no change in the existing occupancy
classification of a building or structure or portion thereof
shall be made until the fire marshal has issued a certificate
of occupancy therefor as provided herein.
-Fb} 109.2 Change in Use. Changes in the character or use
of a building shall not be made except as specified in Section
5Q2 of this code.
- ( - c} 109.3 Certificate Issued. After final inspection by
the building official when it is found that the building or
structure complies with the provisions of this code and other
laws which are enforced by the code enforcement agency, the
fire marshal shall issue a certificate of occupancy which
shall contain the following:
(1) The certificate of occupancy number.
(2) The address of the building.
(3) The name and address of the owner.
(4) A description of that portion of the building for which
the certificate is issued, if not for the entire
building.
(5) A statement that the described portion of the building
complies with the requirements of this code for the group
and division of occupancy and the use for which the
proposed occupancy is classified.
(6) The name of the fire marshal, or his/her designated
agent.
109.04 Temporary Certificate. If the building official
finds that no substantial hazard will result from the
occupancy of any building or portion thereof before the same
is completed, he/she may issue a temporary certificate of
occupancy for the use of a portion or portions of a building
or structure prior to the completion of the entire building or
structure. Such a temporary certificate of occupancy sha11
remain in force and effect for a period not to exceed twelve
(12) months, unless otherwise designated by the building
o£ficial upon inspection and a determination of need.
109.5 Posting. The certificate of occupancy shall be
posted on the premises and shall not be removed except by the
fire marshal.
109.6 Revocation. The fire marshal may, in writing,
suspend or revoke a certificate of occupancy, includina a
provisional or temporary_ certificate of occu�anc� issued
under the provisions of this code whenever the certificate was
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issued in error, or on the basis of incorrect information�� _���
supplied, or when it is determined by the fire marshal that a
use of the building or structure or portion thereof may
constitute a nuisance as described in Minnesota Statutes,
Section 617.81, subdivision (2), or is in violation of any
ordinance or regulation or any provision of the Saint Paul
Legislative or Administrative Code.
Section 3
That Saint Paul Legislative Code Section 33.05 be amended as
follows:
Sec. 33.05. Certificate of occupancy.
(A) Use or Occupancy: No building or structure in Group A
(Assembly), B (Business), B-4M (Mercantile), E (Education), F
(Factory), I (Institutional), H (Hazardous), R-1 (Multi£amily
Residential), or S(Storage) occupancies shall be used or occupied,
and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a
building or structure or portion thereof shall be made until the
fire marshal has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as
provided herein. In addition and effective as of March 1. 1998. no
one- or two-familv dwellina as those terms are de£ined in Chap er
60 of this code, of R-3 occupancv mav be rented. used or occu�ied
defined in Chanter 60 of this code.
(B) Change in Use: Changes in the character or use of a
building shall not be made without the approval of the building
official and the fire marshal, and the building may be occupied for
purposes in other groups provided the new or proposed use is less
hazardous, based on life and fire risk, than the existing use.
(C) Certificate Issued: After final inspection by the building
official, when it is found that the building or structure complies
with the provisions of this Code, the fire marshal shall issue a
certificate of occupancy.
(D) Existing Buildings:
(11 Seo�e of reauirement. Every building�except one- and two-
family dwellings and residential garages heretofore erected which
owner's familv, as familv is defined in Chapter 60. shall have a
certificate of occupancy issued by the division of fire prevention
and posted on the premises. Before such a certificate can be
issued, such buildings, includinc� anv basements and common areas
for one- or two-familv rental dwellings shall be inspected by the
division and found to conform to the requirements of the building
code at the time of construction or at the time of conversion to
its present use and to the provisions of the Saint Paul Legislative
Code; except that energy efficient standards in rental dwellings
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and multiple dwellings shall be enforced on complaint basis only.
No building or rental dwellina which is required to have a
certificate of occupancy shall continue to be occupied without such
certificate.
(2) Implementation schedule for one- and two- family rental
dwelling inspections. Those existing one- and two-famil�
(a) The fire marshal shall have ten vears in which to
complete the initial inspections of all one- and two-
familv rental dwellings for the purboses of
certification.
(b) The fire marshal shall divide the city into
geographicallv dis�ersed inspection areas. usin�nlannin�
district boundaries, which are reasonablv balanced in
terms of the number of affected one- and two-familv
rental dwellings and the extent of code comr�liance as
found in housinc� condition survev data.
(c) The implementation schedule for initial ins�ections
should insgecC agproximately one-fifth of all one- and
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renewinc� the certificate of occupanc�
.�d) The imnlementation schedule for the established
inspection areas should give priorit� to �te and
not limit the discretion of the fire marshal to inspect
rental dwellin�s regardless of area location and take
(3) Provisional certificate. On or before March 1. 1998, the
legal or eauitable owner of each one- or two-familv rental
dwellinc� shall make a written a�plication to the fire marshal
on an aporoved form furnished bv the same for a certificate of
occu�ancv to allow the use or occux�ancv of the rental
dwellinq. The fire marshal shall issue a provisional
certificate of occugancv to the owner/apnlicant of the rental
March 1.1998, pending issuance of a certificate of occu�ancv.
A brovisional certificate is sub;iect to renewal everv two
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slow or non-compliance with inspection orders, or (v) the
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vears and mav be revoked on the same grounds as a certificate
o£ occugancy Rental dwellinc�s constructed or converted to
rental use after March 1 1998 shall not be eligib�e for a
of occupancy.
(E) Renewal Required: An inspection shall be scheduled by the
division of all buildings of Group A(Assembly), E(Education), I
(Institutional), H (Hazardous), and B (Business), M (Mercantile),
S(Storage), F(Factory) occupancies which have a certificate of
occupancy, excepting light hazard occupancy which shall be
scheduled for inspection every two (2) years. Inspections shall be
scheduled by the division on a two-year cycle for all buildings of
R-1 occupancy and on a four-year cycle for those one- and two-
family rental dwellings of R-3 occu anc� which have a certificate
of occupancy. If it is found that such buildings do not conform
to the applicable requirements, including the timelv pavment of all
fees, the certificate of occupancy may be revoked and the building
shall not be occupied until such time as the building is again
brought into compliance with such requirements.
(F) Fees for Certificate of Occupancy:
(1) Original issue, new buildings. There shall be no fee
charged for an issuance of the certificate of occupancy
for new buildings at the completion of their construction
covered by a building permit.
(2) Renewal fee for R-1 occupancies. Nine dollars ($9.00) per
residential unit, minimum fee one hundred dollars
($100.00), maximum fee three hundred seventy dollars
($370.00).
(3) Renewal fee for A (Assembly), E (Education), I
(Institutional), H (Hazardous), F (Factory), M
(Mercantile), S (5torage) and B (Business) occupancies.
Seven dollars ($7.00) per one thousand (1,000) square
feet, minimum fee seventy-five dollars ($75.00), maximum
fee three hundred seventy dollars ($370.00).
(4) Reinspection fee. The renewal fee established in
subsections (2? and (3) above allows for one (1)
inspection and one (1) reinspection for the renewal of
the certificate of occupancy. A reinspection fee of fifty
(50) percent of the renewal fee shall be levied for each
additional reinspection required of nonconforming
occupancies.
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and that the certificate of occu�ancy shall not be issued or
denied a£ter the building and all rental dwellings have been
inspected for compliance with the minimum standards of all
(5) Referral reinspection fee. Whenever a written correction 1.` ��
order is issued to the owner or responsible agent of the a
owner for a violation of this code and after a reasonable
time for compliance has elapsed, a reinspection sha11 be
made. If the violation has not been corrected at the time
of the reinspection, a referral reinspection fee of fifty
dollars ($50.00) shall be collected for every subsequent
reinspection until the violation is corrected.
(6) Partial certificate of occupancy fee. Notwithstanding
subsection (1) of this paragraph (F), a fee of one
hundred dollars ($100.00) will be charged for each
partial certificate of occupancy requested. The issuance
of a partial certificate o£ occupancy is at the
discretion of the building official and the portion of
the building covered by the certificate must be legally
completed and ready to occupy along with all other life
and safety requirements.
(7) No entry fee. A no entry fee of fifty dollars ($50.00)
shall be assessed to the renewal fee and collected
whenever an owner or responsible agent of the owner has
been notified in writing of the date and time for a
certificate of occupancy renewal inspection, or any other
reinspection, and the owner or responsible agent of the
owner fails to notify the fire marshal's office in
writing, by at least 8:00 a.m. on the date of the
scheduled inspection, of an alternate date and time for
the inspection or reinspection when the owner or
responsible agent of the owner will appear for the
inspection.
(8) Discounted fee. Whenever a certificate of occupancy
renewal inspection finds no violations of any applicable
code, the renewal fees set forth in subsections (2) and
(3) of this paragraph shall be discounted twenty-five
(25) percent.
(9) Late fees. A late fee shall be charged and collected
whenever the owner or responsible agent for the owner
makes application for certificate renewal after the
expiration date of such certificate. Separate late fees
shall also be charged and collected whenever the owner or
responsible agent for the owner pays late any other fees
due and payable under this section. All late fees shall
be ten (10) percent of the certificate renewal fee. A
late fee shall accrue for each thirty-day period or
portion thereof which has elapsed after the expiration
date of the certificate or the date of inspection on
which the underlying fee is based. In no event shall any
one il) late fee exceed fifty (50) percent of the
certificate renewal fee. The late fee(s) shall be in
addition to any other fee or payment required.
10 Rental R-3 Occupancies The initial ins�ect'on fee shall
be eightv dollars (580 00) for one-family rental
dwellings and ninetv dollars t590 00) for two-familv
rental dwellings The renewal fee for a certi i ate of
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(G) Exceptions: The £ees for the certificate of occupancy and
inspection are provided in section 33.04(H)(4)(c) and paragraph (F)
of this section shall be required on buildings owned and occupied
by any governmental agency, including county and state governmental
agencies. The City of Saint Paul, and any other agencies
specifically exempted from such fees under state law, shall be
exempt from payment of such fees.
Section 4
These amendments shall take effect and be in force thirty days
after its adoption, approval and publication.
Requested by Department of:
Adopted by Council: Date ���",
Adoption Certified by Council Secretary
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and multiple dwellings shall be enforced on complaint basis
No building or rental dwelling which is required to Y
certificate of occupancy shall continue to be occupied withou
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of occupanev Rental dwellinas constructed or conv r ed to
rental use after March 1 1998 shall not be eligible for a%
of occupancv.
(E) Renewal Required: An inspection shall b scheduled by the
division of all buildings of Group A(ASSembly), E iEducation), I
(Institutional), H(Hazardous), and B(Busine s�, M(Mercantile),
S(Storage), F(Factory) occupancies which ve a certificate of
occupancy, excepting light hazard occup ncy which shall be
scheduled for inspection every two (2) yea . Inspections shall be
scheduled by the division on a two-year c 1e for all buildings of
R-1 occupancy and tho e one- a d two-fami ental dwe of R-3
occupanc_y which have a certificate of ccupancy. If it is found
that such buildinqs do not conform to e applicable requirements,
occupancy may be revoked and the
until such time as the building i
with such requirements. ,
1 e the certificate of
ilding shall not be occupied
again brought into compliance
(F� Fees for Certificate o Occupancy:
(1) Original issue, ne buildings. There shall be no fee
charged for an is ance of the certificate of occupancy
for new buildings.at the completion of their construction
covered by a bu' ding permit.
(2) Renewal fee
residential
($100.00),
($3'IO. QO) �
R-I occupancies. Nine dollars ($9.00) per
it, minimum fee one hundred dollars
mum fee three hundred seventy dollars
(3} Renewa.t fee for A {Assembly), E (Education), I
tlnsti utional}, H {Hazardous), F (Factory), M
{Mer antiZe), S(Storage) and B(Business) occupancies.
Sev n dollars ($7.OD) per one thousand (1,000) square
fe t, minimum fee seventy-five dollars ($75.00), m�imum
e three hundred seventy dollars {$370.00).
(4) Reinspection fee. The renewal fee established in
subsections (2) and (3) above allows for one (1)
inspection and one (1) reinspection for the renewal of
the certificate of occupancy. A reinspection fee of fifty
(50) percent of the renewal fee sha11 be levied for each
additional reinspection required of nonconforming
occupancies.
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CITY OF SAII1'f PAUL
TO: Council Presidem Dsve'Thune
Councitmember Jonry Blakey
Conncilmember Dan Bostrom
Counciimember Joe Collins
` Councilmember Mke Herris
Ca�ncilmemliar Bobbi Driegard
Cotimcila►ember Giadys Morton
FROM: Fire Marshai Steve Zac;card t%���
DAT"E: Piovember 12, 1997 J
. �: Code Requirementa for 1- or 2-family Dwe(lings
t,.��Ej�i�t
���°ber 22. 1997 Publi� kesrir►S on the ordinance to expand the fire degartmerrt's existing
certificate of accupancy . inspe�cion prop�rsm to include 1- or 2-family reatel dwet!'sngs,
Councitmember Harrig requeste�f a detailed list of what the codes require of these dwetlings. That
list is attached.
Cc: Tim Fuller
Gary Tiudeau
Roger C�rtis
Chuck Votel
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DBYARTMFNT OF PIItE AND SAFETY SLRVICPS
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DIVLTIDN OP flRE PREVENfION
Srcven ZaccarQ, flrc Marshot
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Norn� Cok�en, Magor
]Q1 Pan Elevemh So-ser TeGeyhone: 612-228-6230
SaLSPn�LMN55101 fac.rimile:6f2-228•6241
ONE AND TWO UNIT RERITAL DWELUNGS
PRE-INSPECTION CHECKLIST
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For ownerslmanagers of rentat propeRy of one or two unit dweili�gs.
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SANITATION • Premises shall be maintainetl free of accumulated garbage, trash, solid wasie,
enimal 18C8s or refuse_
GRAD1Pid AND DRAINAGE - A11 premises shaJf be graded and maintained so as io drain water
awey irom accupied sttuctures and minim{ze the acCUmulation of water on such premises.
GROUNp COVER - Every resident+at premis9s shall be maintalned in a condition to control
erosion, dust and mud by suitable landscaping with grass, trees, shrubs o� other pfsnted ground
cover, or by paving wlth asphati, concrete or Qy such other suitabte msans as shall be approved
by the enforcement officer.
GRASS AND WEEDS - Grass and weeds shali no2 be more than 8 inches in height.
INSECTS AND RODENT 1NFESTATIONS - tt shatl be the responsibility of the ownsr to con2rol
and/ot efiminate any infest8tion of inspects, rodents or other pe5ts in all e�rterior areas and
accessory structures on the premises,
ACC£SSORY STRUCTURES - AI! acCessOry structures �nCluding, but no fimited ta detechad
garages, sheds and fences, shai{ be maintainad structurally sound and in good rapair. A11
euterior wood surFaces, other than decay-resistent woods, shaN be protected from tne elements
and decay by paint which is not tead-hssed paint or by ather protective covering or ireatment.
Servfce doors to residentiai garages hai! be provided with saouring locks.
STOHED MA7ERiALS - it shatl be unlawful to accumufate and store bu+iding material, lumber.
boxes, cartons or other containers, machinery, scrap metei, junk, raw matsrial, fabricstetl goods
and other ftems in such manner ss to constitut8 a nuisance o{ rodent harhorage.
flREWOOD - Piles of firewood shsil not be m�re than 5 feet in haig�t and not ctoser than 10
feet from a habitable buiidlnp.
REFRiGERATORS AND ACCESSIBLE Ct?NTAINERS - ft shaii be uniawful ta permit a refrigerator
or other container, sufficierttiy targe to retain a chiid and wiih doors which fasten automaticaily
whan elosed, to be exposed and accessible to chifdrert withaut removing the doors, lids, hinges
or iatches.
EXTERIOR SiDEWALKS, WALKWAYS AWD STAIRS - All sidewe(ks, watkweys, end extarior
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stairs shali be maintained in a sefe, sound condnion, ftee of defects and nszsrds.
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M1XED MUMtCIPAL SOUD WASTE S70RAGE AND REMOVAL. - Every residence buiiding sha11
'� be s�pplied with approved Containers which are of sufficient quant±ty and capacity to store ai!
tha mixed municipal sotld weste from the unit and which are equipped with tight-fStting covers
for storage of mixed municipal soiid waste. Mixed municipal sotid waste shai! be collected at
feast weekly by a iicensed refuse hauler. In atl residence buiidings, it shafl be the responsibft�ty
of the ownet to provide the corrceiners and aonuact with s ilcensed hauler for coliection of the
mixed munlcipal solid waste.
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ADDRESS NUMBEHS - Must 6e Ctearly readaU►e from the street, and a►ley if applieabie, both day
and night. {See attachment HN-1.)
RAlNLEADERS - Disconnect if drafned into city sawer.
ROOF - Must be tight, with0ut 48aks.
EXTEWOR W1sLLSJPAINT - Extetior surfaces other than deCay-resistant wood must ha peinted
wtth non-lead-based paint. (SCraped and primed where Ree��n8•1
STAtRS/PORCHESiDECKS - Must be maintained '+n sound co�dition and good repair.
Balustrades and guard►ails no more than nine inches i9") apan must be instatled on
stairvvayslporchesldecks mora than ttiuty inchas (3d"! above grade.
RAILS - Handralfs and balustrad8s required on stairs with fiaur ar more risers end must be
. mai�te�lned in good condition.
DOORS - Must be in sound condition and good repair, capabla of being easily opened from the
inside withouL the use ot a key. tSingie-fiamily and firSt floor of dupiexas can be equipped with
doubie-cyiintler dasdbofts.!
WfNDOWS - Must be in sound condition, have no broken glass, have hardware to hofd in the
"open" posltion, fit tigAt within the frama, and secure tocking mechanism. (Locks required on
every w)ndow up ta and including second story or accessibte by fiirs escape, stairs, etc.)
Windows can be epuipped with bars far security if tfiey are not required "egress windows."
W;adows muat 6e equipped wlth screens.
GARBAGE CONTAIIVERS - Owners are rgqutred to furnish Suffiicient containers with tids and
weekly gatba@0 piCk-up (atso see Public Works Ordinance for Recycl;ng reauirements{•
fi�i�:7r+7:
POST CERTiFlCATE OP OCCUPANCYlOWNER 1NFORMATIQN - MusL be postsd near the front
door so it can be resd from outside trie bullding. Owner ir+formstian and emergency tantaots
ata pre-prinled on Certfficate af OccupanCy for you.
WALtS/FIQQEiS/PAFNT - Must be ma(ntained cfea�, painted, and in a professional state of
repair.
STAIRSlRAl1S - Same specifications aS exterior stafrs.
EXTERMtNATION - Qwners are responslble to exterminate insects and rodents in all areas of
the huildlnp and premises.
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EVACUATlON PLANHING - Owners ars urged to develop end furnish to the occupants an
epproved 0mergency evacuation p{an.
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tlwelling.
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fSCAPE WINDOWS - One window from each sleeping room must be easily openable from the
inside. Some secutity grates and bars heve mschanisms thai opsn easily from inside. These
windows must nave a net glazed area of five point seven {5.7} square feet, minimum net ctaer
openable heigfit dimension of twenty-four inches i24"), minimum net clsar openabie width
dimenston of tweniy inches 120"f, and a sill-side height of no more than forty-eight inches i48")
above the floor. Area welts must mest minimum sizes {Ses Buitding Department direct+ve and
EW-1 Attachment.!
EX1T OSSTAUCTIONS - Afl exits to the buiiding must be unobstructed at atl items. 1Jo storage
ls af{owed in steirwe�ls, corridors, or in front of doors.
EXIT ILLUMIWATION - AN common hai{s and inside stairw8ys must be lit with a minimum
iiluminatfon of one foot-candl� per square foot. Exterior exits and entryways are required to
be illumin8ted a minimum of one fooicandfe at gtade level.
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. PLUMBINO/SEWER - Kitcfien sinks, hand sinks, bathiub, showers, toitets or urinals must be
suppiied w3th tunning water, adequate hot watar where appHCab�e, and must be Connected to
the sewer and water system in accordanca with all provisfons ot the Plumbing Cotle.
COMBUSTIBLE STOHAGE/Fl1RNACE RdOM - Combustible storage should nat be in
any room containing furnace, heating, mechanical, or efectrica) equipment.
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INCINERATORS - Not 811owad unless PCA-approved 8nd capabie of burning over 7,000 pounds
pet hour. ,
FURNAC£lHEATiNG PLANT - Must be capable of providing fiedt at 88 dagrees five feet above
tha floor in Sny ar8a of the dwetltng. Instalfation, repair, or aiteration of an heating equipme»t
must be tlone by a licensed contractor undei permit from the Buifding insp�ction and �esign
Division. llpon renewa( of the Certificata of Occupancy, a fo�m wiil be provided the
ownerlmanager which must be fiiled out by e ticensed contractor verifying that the heating
system or space heatar has bean sarviced and is fres ot carbon monoxide spiilage. iSee RH-1
attaChment.l
WATER HEATER - Must be capabie of supptyi�g adequate hot weier at a minimum temperstu�e
of 120 degrees and a ma�cimum of 130 degrees at every kitchen sink, tuh, shower, and laundry
faciliLy. All repairs or atterations must be made unGer permit fram the Buifding Inspection and
Design Division by s licensed contractor ln scCardance with ihe Plumbing Code.
GAS COAINECTIONS - Flezible ConneCtors on stoves or dryers must be AGA approvetl double-
wsQed. Single-waNed connecto�s that are klnkad, damagaC, or corroded must be replaced.
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accordance with the Electricat Code. Evary roorn 124 squsre feet or tess must have at least
two dupiax out)eu. One additionel ouilet fs required tor each additionai 80 square #eet.
� Kitchens musc have at laast three duplez outiets, one of which must be supplied by a separate
20-smp circuit, Any new outiet 'snstaUed within a six-foot radius of a kitchen sink must be
Ground Feuft Circuit Interrupters I�FI). Every pubtic halt, water ctoset, bathroom, laundry, or
fumace roam must co�tain at least one etectric light fi�Rure. 8athroom and laandry rooms must
contain one light fixture and one dupfex autiet. The laundry room ouUat must he within six feet
of the laundry appfiance on a separate 20.amp circuit. The outiet in ihe bathroom must be �FI.
Existing outieis in ba[hroams must bs convsrted to a GFI or removed. Ail metallic tixtures
within flva feet R5') horizonteity or efght feef 48`} vsrtically of grounded surfaces shail be
gtoundad.
ALL FAC�.ITIES AHD EQUtPMEAIT - AN required and suppiiad equipment and all bui4ding spaces
and parts rnust ba constructed and mainteined to properly and safely perform their intended
function. iAn air condiiioner is not required; but if provided, must work.!
WOOOSTOVES - Ars not ailowed in residentiai garagas or areas where flammable Iipuids or
vapors are present.
GASOIINE STORAGE - No gasoline or other fiammabie iiquid can be stored in a residentiai
bu�idi�g unless stored in a�-hour. fire-rated room or approved fire•rated cabinet. FlammabVe
liquids can never be stored in a room with a sourca of ig�ition, sucfi as a furnace, water heater,
etc.
CONDEMNATIONJUNfiT - A Qwelling unit or enti�e buiiding may be Condamned when it is
� determined to be an;nhabitahle or a hazard to tha safety or weifare of the tenantls►.
UNITS - DIAt�LLIMG
SMpKE DETfCTORS - State statute requires an operabfe smoke detector providad and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions outside each sieeping area of
the rentai uNt. Battery ar eleccric smoke tletectors are allowed, but electric are recommended.
Smoke detectors must be tested at least monihly, and batteries shouid be replaced annualiy.
tSee SD-1 attacAment.) �
bEADBOL7 LpCKS/DOORS - Entry doors must be equipped arith one-inch t 1"? approved sin8le-
cyllnder deadboit locks. Existing 5/8" deadboit locks may remafn on sot;d core wood doors.
meTel doors. and 314" panel doors with a s(x-{nch f6"! extendad strikepiate for wood-frame
doars. doors must be substantiafly secure trom 18sgsl entry, snd if repiaoed, must be repiaced
with solid core, sotid wood 3/4" panei or a mefal door with metai frames. Hinges must be
R�aced on the inside of the door. Doors of single-family and grede levels af dupiexes may be
equipped witfi double-cyl}nder tleadboits, but owners must warn occupants ot potential fire
hazerds. iSee AD-1 attachment.}
PATl016LIDER DOORS AND WiNDQWS - A removable track fitier or key-operated venical or
horizontai bnit lock on pat10 and Alider windows is required. A wootl fiiler strip or removable
screw in upPer track of windows shouid be installsd to prsvsnt them from being lifted out of
traCk.
FLOORStWALLS/PAINT/CASINETSlWOODWORK - Musi be in sound candition and good repair.
AII paini must be non lead-based. My peeting or Haking paint must be rempved and repainted.
W{NDOW LOCKS - At! windows must be equipped wifh secure locks.
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Occupancy renewai, Y a���ensed cantractor and
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BATHROOM LIGHT 9 Certlflcete of
��I�ATION - Eve aDPiied.
outside, a minlmum s)ze cf e� n' b�hroo
approv� m�h�� percent (g96 m mu � have a window openabte
Cal verttllation � of the total fioor area of tO the
SYSiem. the room,
TOlLETq{,qpp SINK o� an
hand sink, and 2ub or�o BH�sY811ed and mainfained in accordance with
�- Each dwelpng unit must coniain a bathroom wixh toilei,
t� m ��R - Must be imperyious to water. ihe Plumbing Code.
st be r epaired�rapl�etl, Carpetin
g not allowed, Cracks or
KITCFIEN SIN missing
K - Every dwellln
requirement in the bathroom. 9 �nli shail contain a kitch
en sink apart from ihe hantlslnk
��CTRIC4l p�1�s _ S� E�ectricat.
EX7ENSION CORDS - Not ailowed for pe�manant wirin
circuit breakers ase aiso not le ai. The overload on the wirin in the w
can be e fire h 9 8• Those extension cords with
ezefd. 9
a�i produces heat and
OCCUPAlyT �p,4D _ pwe11i� �nits
9 must contai� the foilowinp;
TOTAI UH1T OROSS PLOOR qqEq
1 oocupant - 750 squa�e feet
, 2 0 � more ocCUpents - 10p square feet pe� pa�son
GROSS SLEEp�NG pOaM/��OOR qqEq
1 occupant - 7p square feet
2 0 � more occupants - 60 square feet per p�rson
TENqNT SqN�Tqr�ON/REgpp
ciean and sanita NS - Occu
They are also � � cond(tlon and tlispo e of r f pents are requtretl to m;
their quired to kee '� e �Se in the contairters e fain their unit in a
use and operatip�, �f the UPp�tetl fixtures I Provided b
maintained !n accordance with the � ean and san;ta Y the owner.
y furnish any fiMUres of their own the uSe reasonabte care in
Building Code. Y must be inste�led and
� �«S - in at1 dweilings or muiti �8 N,
water p��pp�s coutorrr� baMeria and p d e11 ��
P�operty owner nitrate 8s serviCetl by a private �,ye11 for
every two (21 years. ii shaif be the resPons'bilitY of rhe pro drinking
ROOMIN6 be conducted by the
UNRS/ADDITIQNAL REQWREMENTS PeRy owner.
� • Cannot contain
miCrowav�.) cookin9 or eatin
9 facitiiies. (i.e., s[oves,
2 hot plate5, refrigeretors.
A bathroom corrc�;���g a hand sink, toitet,
str�cture directly accesgtple w;thout
adjacent to �tl tub or shp„„ mu� be avaitable withln the
the rooming unit. 9Oj^ outside and
fra�;o� thereof). One bathroom rr�u �� the
st be availabie for ch fiver or a floor
3 • Each sleepin8 room pe�sons (or
per person for tN,o musi contain at least 70 squara i
or more peOp►e. eet of Haor
area, or 60 square feet
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5.
Owners are respansihie for weekly changes of supplied linens and taweis.
Every roars�ing unft muss bs supplied wi2A shades, drapes, or oiher mater;als affording
prlvacy.
S. Owners are responsibie for sanitary maintenance of watis, floors, ceilings, and for
maintenanCe of all suppiied equipment.
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Norm Colemnn, bfayor
November 19, 1997
To
Fr:
Re:
BUSINESS REVIEW COYNCIL
Wi"Iliam Cosgnff, Chair
IAWRYPROFESSIONAL BUILDING
Suite 300
350 SG Peler Streef
Sain! Paul. Mrnnssola 55102-]SIO
Council Ptesident Thune and Members of the City Council
Business Review Council (BRC)
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Telephone: 612-266-9090
Facsimrte: 61 D2669099
612-266-9124
Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Family Rentai I1nit Proposal
The BRC wishes to ciarify its position regazding the Certificate of Occupancy proposal submitted
by Councii Member Megard and Counci3 Member Bostrom.
After lengthy discussions and detailed analysis of the proposal, (at which Council Member
Megard and her aid, Ann Ciezlak were present) the BRC authored a clear and concise resolution
endorsing the general concept of a Certificate of Occupancy for one and two family rental units.
However BRC support was clearly based upon three amendments to the original proposal;
including a focus on problem properties, a flexibie renewal based on the condition of the
property, and appropdate funding and sta�'ing for the program.
A copy of the original resolution has been attached for your review and consideration.
cc: Mayor Norm Coleman
Roger Curtis, Assistant to the Mayor
Nancy Anderson, Council Secretary
BUSNESS REVIEW COWi CIL
tfilkcm CosgrtJf, Chm�
CITY OF SAINT PAUL
Norm Caleman, Mayor
LOIf'RYPROF£SSIO.VAL BUIIDl.�"G
Surte 300
3SOSt PeterStreet
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102-/510
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Telephone: 612-266-9090
Facsimile: 612-266-9099
672-2669124
RESOLUTION
SAINT PAUL Bt3SINESS REVIEW COUNCIL
Presented By: Mazk Mceller
Seconded By: Julie Hoff
Date: November 6, 1997
WHEREAS, The Saint Paul Business Review Council (BRC) has thoroughly analyzed and discussed the proposal
requiring a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) for One and Two Family Rental Units, and
WHEREAS, the BRC has determined that there are significant community development opportunities contributing
to the economic vitality, health, safery and welfare of the citizens of Saint Pau] in the proposal.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE TT RESOLVED, that the BRC endorses requiring a Certificate of Occupancy for Qne
and Two Family Rental Units with the follo�ving provisions;
■ That the program �vill focus on problem One and Two Unit Rental Properties including, but not limited to,
those proQerties which: consume excessive Police and Fire Department resowces; generate complaints;
have a history of non-compliance; are tax delinquent; have been referred by a Community Councii; or
have a below market average tax assessment value for comparable property.
That the program wili maintain a fle�ble Certificate of Occupancy renewal period ranging from one yeaz
to five years based on the individual condition and needs of the properiy.
BE IT FtJIZTHER RESOLVED, that the BRC encourages the Mayor and the City Council to unplement the new
Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Family Rental Units by fceusing on the properties with the greatest
need rather than the geographic approach enumexated in the Resalution submitted by Councilmember Megazd and
Councilmember Bostrom.
NOW Bfi TT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the BRC recommends staffmg, funding and fee decisions associated
with the Certificate of Occupancy for One and T�vo Unit Rental Properties be implemented by the appropriate
City admnvstration and staff.
Adopted by the BRC: November 6, 1997
Resolution adopted 14-0 with no abstentions:
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William Cosgciff, h u
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CITY OF SAINT PAUL
Nnrm Cnlemm�, Murnr
December 2, 1997
Councfl President David Thune
and City Councilmembers
310 and 320 City Hall
15 West Ke(logg Boulevard
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102
3S0 Citp Halt � Telephorse: 612-266-8510
IS Weat Keltogg BoulevarJ Facsimite: 612-266-8513
Sairst Paul, MN SSIO2
Regarding: Veto of Proposed Certificate of Occupancy Ordinance and Resolution
(Council Files 97-124b and 97-1247)
Dear Council President Thune and Councilmembers:
I am returning to you, w'sth my veto, the proposal to require a Certificate of Occupancy
(C of O) for one-and two-family rental dweliings which are not occupied by the owner.
As I have said on many occasions, I agree with and support the goals of the proposed
program. The quality of rental housing in Saint Paul is an important issue and instituting a
requirement that these rental units also meet the City's building, fire and property
maintenance codes is a goal I support.
To help ensure that rental units meet these goals, we have had a very active Information
Exchange Task Force (a.k.a. Problem Properties Task Force). The Task Force's activities
and actions have regularly been reported to you and your staff. The Task Force's
accomplishments include:
Creation of a full list of probiem properties. Removal of a properiy from this list
indicates the property's problems have been solved. Some 60 properties have
been removed from the list in the past two years.
Marked improvements in building structure, and tenant and landlord behavior in
several large rental complexes—including those in the Midway, Rice Street,
Payne-Maryland and Battle Creek areas.
An increase in Task Force participation by landlord and tanant groups.
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December 2, 1998
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Nonetheless, I believe we will strengthen our neighborhoods by instituting a C of O
program that gives priority to cleady identified problem properties, specifioaUy those that
generate complaints. True problem properties shouid be the focus of any new program.
The following aze some of the flaws with the approved program:
The proposed grogram does not focus resources upon the important
issue—resgonse to complaints about and inspection of problem properties. Such
an approach'ss especially critical when we have scazce resources.
2. The proposed program is too infle�cible in its allocation of resources to the
establishment of a systematic, geographically-based, ten-yeaz inspection cycle of
properties as opposed to resources tazgeted for complaint responses. A better
approach, I believe, is to focus upon the inspection of problem properties and a
fl�ible schedule for re-inspection.
3. I have submitted a proposed budget to you and you have approved the maximum
levy for 1998. The costs of the proposed program are not included in either the
budget or the maximum levy. You have not identified budget resources to pay
for the implementation of the proposed program.
As you may recall, our staff have not reached agreement on the total costs af the
proposed program and the differences are substantial. No budget resourcas have
been identified that wouid fund even the lower program costs identified in your
staff analysis. I do not support the use of fund balances, which are one-time
revenues, for the use of an ongoing program. Nor have you shown that the
proposed fees will be adequate to cover progl costs.
Nonetheless, I will work with you to identify additional resources that could be
available for a C of O program in 1998.
On November 14, you were told of my concems with your ordinance and that, if passed
without modification, it would be subject to my veto. Since then, my staff has attempted
to work with you on alternatives that address the weaknesses of the proposed program.
Unfortunately, our attempts to find common ground were unsuccess£ul. Regrettably, then,
I veto the actions you have taken because yaur approach has significant weaknesses and
better alternatives are avai(able to accomplish our joint goals.
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December 2, 1998
Page 3
This veto should not halt the development and consideration of a workable and successful
C of O program. I invite you to work with me to design a new proposal, one that focuses
upon problem properties, and one that can be submitted to you in early January, 1998.
Sincerely,
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Norm Coleman
Mayor
c: Peg Buk
Phil Byme
Steve Christie
Roger Curtis
Fire Chief Fuller
Peter Hames
Tim Manc
Joe Reid
Barb Renshaw
Gerry Strathman
Assistant Fire Chief Gary Trudeau
Fire Marshall Steve Zaccard
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Please de{iver immediately to:
of:
Fax number:
Voice number:
Fax received from:
of:
Fax number:
volce numDer:
Date:
St. Paul City Counci! Members
266857d
Rawiie R. Sufiivan
(612)6A9-0111
(612)649-0111
11J12/97
Time: 8:14:41 AM
Number of Pages: 1
Subject: Certificate of Occupancy Program
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a are many valid questions at�out this ordinance which Ms. Megard has not
�red to answer before bringing this bill before the council. There are many
owners who care for their renters and take care of this property. if this bill is
�d in it's present form these owners wiii be penalized for caring. Send this bill
for SERIOUS REVISION!
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November 12,1997
To: St. Paul City CounCil Members
From: Mary Kay Sullivan
2211 Dayton Avenue
5t. Paut, Mn 55104
Re: fJrdinance rzc}uicing Cert�ftcate of Occupancy Program for one� and two- wxit
dwellings
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Aiier reading'fhe pxoposal re�azdin� tlus oXClinsncc+, 1 do not ehink thut it is scilTiciently dc&ncd to
pass at this time.. As far ss I can tell the requireazents on the owners of s�zch rental properties aze
ambiguous aad dependent on the perticnlar inspector. Many older houses cennot possibly meet some
o�today's standards, but are fine and well-mamtained dwelling places. i also do not believe it to be �
good orclinance in its preseut fazm. Much oL the ihrust uf the ordinance seerras to be
to upgrAde shideat honsing. While this may be imporiasst, it should not be sn ord'mance which
peualizes the rsmaiuzder of the population.
I'he rents� wut whicfl my husbamd and i own is a ho�ase built in 1909. While rt is a comfartabie
d�veUing, u does bave its own set of idiosyncrasies which may zzoi meet today's standards. We rent
tv a smg(e woman whn hne dweh Ihere for uwre than ifi years. 'The hUUSe is on the same lot ss our
awn home, so we are constanfly awaze of any difficulties that may occur. If certain structural
irregularities aze presem, tJaaey would be imposszble or financ3atly prohibifSve tv change. "I7ien we
couf¬ a6ford co ren[ the gropetry and the woman wouid be out of a horae.. She does consider this
her home aad treats h as such.
The ordinance seems to penalize people tike us who IDO maiatan� their properties by having ta pay
inspectiou fees ott a consistent basis in order to "catch " those who do NQ�' maintain their
prvperties. I am siue there are abuses per�et�ated by some landlords, but must we all be puaisHed?
tiver the ten years we have lived at oizr present address, we have been awaxe af xqany zou7n�,
vio�ations having to do with the niunber of unrelated aduits tivin� in A g;ven unn--thexe are 5 and 6
studebxs in sozne houses, I fiave even had patents tell me of t8eir son or daug�ter living �vith several
others and have asked if they realized this was a code violation,, 'x'he- respanse was that they did not
and it was ztot iin�purtant any�vay,
When 1 oalled Bobb,y Megard's olTice. I suggested thet a referral systsm m;ght be hetter requit;ng
evezyone to be inspected, I was fold thae this was not fair becnuse people were uot being "treated
equally". What is the faiz�aess in pvaishing {by fees, etc,) ihose who mamtain their re�tal properties
because sorne peopie du uot? Cou1J nvt the ortlinxnce be written in Such a way that thOSe whv tent
propezties in substandard condition and ue referred either by the inhab3tants or others then be-
iusQected sad reqaired to chanQe the condition of their property?
Please consider the rsanficatious to landiords sucla as us who try k�azd ta keep iheir
Px+>P��� � good cvndition, who naake au ell'ort to kccp tkeir rents reasonabte, �d work
�ith their tenants in maintazuiug the homes in our area. Dp NOT PA.SS this or.dinance!
tl/12197 12:09 FA% 612 593 0944
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SMA�CA, Inc.
MINNBSOTA-NORTH �AKOTA-SOU111 BAKOTA
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Pi�NE:IBt�SW�0Y�1
FAX: (S12) b0}OON
Y 311 1L` a •n•1ti11
Mayor Norm Coleman
390 City Hall
St Paui, MN 55102
Re: Certiticate of Q'ccnpancy Inspeetton Program for Rental Single FamilyiDapleaes
Dear Mayor Coleman:
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The Sheet Metal, Air Condifloning & Roofing Contractars Association of Minnesota (5MARCA} is a
trade association representing more than 175 heating and ventilating contractors in the Twin Cities metro
area.
We support the Certificate of Occupancy Tnspection Program. 'I'his prograzn is vital to maintain safe
housing in the City of St. Paul. This program of basic safety inspecfions of St. Paul's rentai housing
stock is important to the city, to the resale ability of its housing stock, and to the safety of its ci6zens.
The recent axticles in the Star Tribune on moistiuelvenrilalion pzobletns in homes and last winter's
carbon monoxide deaths in Minnesota show the vitat need for such periodic inspecrioas, including a
safety inspection of the heating systems.
In order ta have a quality inspecfion program that provides the needed inspections, the city must aiso
adequately staff the program. To estabiish the Certificate of Occupancy Inspection Program, while
cutting its unplementation� short changes the great citizens of 3t. Paul.
Again, SMARCA strongly supQorts the Certificate of Occupancy Inspection Progratn.
Sinceraly,
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aznes E. ' am
Chief Executive Officer
7E$:gaw
PETER L M4E, Mesident • STEVEq J. MCGR/�iN. Vla Prosidsrrt • SERRY L. HVTCMN50N, S�rnbry•Troasurx� N08FRT 0. McDOWALI„ Poft GresldeM
TNOMA9 J. BROGAN •C1IARLE$ l. flSHER • BRUCE A NASSEIBRiND • NENNEiH P..fOHNSOH • L4RAY C. JORDAN • CNRISTOPHER & LEE
DAND O. MCFARtANE •]LMES R. MYER3. LEROY L 5lUitER • ANTXONV M.9ROAREIU • 1. JOHN T9711S, J0. •JOIM H.7MEN
8nee1 Ns1N. Mr Candklooh+G
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November 11, 1997
cc: St. Paui City Couneil
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FIRE PREVENTION
CITY UF SAWT PAL7I.
Department otFire and Safety Services
1Q0 East lkth Street
Saint Pau1, Minnesota 55lO1
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CITY OF SAINf PAUL
TO: Council President Dave Thune
Councilmember Ierry Blakey
Counciimember Dan Bostrom
Counciimember Joe Collins
` Councilmerr►ber Mike Herris
Cow�cilmembor Bobbi Megard
Councilmeim� G�ladys Morton
FROM: F�ure Marsha! Steve Zaccard �fS��
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DATE: November 12, 149? .J
�: Code Requirements for i- or 2-faznily Dwellings
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At the October 22, 1997, public hearing on the ordina�ce to acpand the fire departmem's e�cisting
cenificate of occupancy inspection prog�am to incl�de 1- or 2-family rental dwetlings,
Counciimember Hanis req,,msted a aetailed Ust of what the codes require of these dweUings. That
list is attached,
Ca Tias Fiilla
Gary Trudeau
Rogsr Cnrtis
Chuck Votel
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Fat,rv�y�e. 612-228-6241
��F AND TH/p UNIT RENTqI py�E�L�NGS
PRE-INgpECT10N CHECKLIST
For oN,�ers/managerS of r
e�tal propeny of one or two unn dweilings.
S��TATI
e��mai f�g9 or etuse� shail be maintained tree of accumulated garbage, tr
GRADINQ AND D qq�NAGE - ash, solid waste,
��'�'eY from ocCUpietl A �� p�emises shail be
structures and gradetl and malntain
GROUNO mjnim►ze the ac cumularion of ed so as
COVER - water to dra�� �„�ater
erosion, dust E � e7 y ���Centi8l � on such premises.
cov e ^d mud by suitable lan p emises shall be malntalned '
by t e or by p m wrth asphal concr� w�th g�ass, trees, Shrubs a condition to
enfo�c Y offi �e or b control
cer. Y such other suitabfe � �Ther p�antea r
G�ASS AND means as shall be $�und
WEEDg - Gras,q and w PAroved
INSE�rg eeds shaU noi be more than
and/o� �� RODENT INFESTq�ry 8 j�ches in herght.
e�iminate any infe � ' �t shap
eccessory structures o �ation pf �� be the resportsibilit
n the p�s• rodents or other y� the owner to control
Premiy�s. pests in all
ACCESSaRY STRUCT �terior areas and
gara8es, sheds and f URES - q�� aCCesso
exterior wood S� ences, shell be ry � ru �ures inciudin
and d ff ��. other than d�amaintained streioturall g' but no iimited
SeN�ce ey bY p ��� t � is not lead-ba ed �� w y Sound and �� Yo, detached
doors to r oods, shafl be p�pfected frp�od repair, q��
esidential garages hali be 8fn or by other � m the etements
� MATERIq�g _ Provided with p°tective coverin
securin9 locics, 9 �r treatmenY.
boxes, cenons or �t shall be un►aw;u►
end other ite �ther contarners, to accumulate antl
m$ m such m�hinery, scra store b�i�d�
manner as to consritute P metal, j�nk, raw 9 rnateriai , lu
F �REINOOD _ a nuiSanCg O �p material, fabricated mber,
fe6t frpm a h P`1eS �� firew0oq gy � dent harborage. 800tls
abitable building, be more
rhan 5 feet in heigryt antl not closer than 7p
REFq�
or otheG �p�t��'�� ACCESStBLE CONV
when closad, • s ufficiertt�y lar TAINEqg - It shall be unlawful to
or latches, to be exppy� 8e to retain a �hild and w(th
ehd eCCessib�e to childr doors whiCh astent a refri
� withoui rem 9efator
EXTE ov�� automalically
RIOR SfDEyyp�K WAL 9 the doors, litls, hin8es
KW qYS AND STAIRS _
A�� sidewalks, wa�kv„a e�� exterior
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sLairs shali he maintained in a safe, sound condition, free of defacts and hazards.
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MIXED MUNIqPAL SOUD WASTE STORAGE AND REMOVAL. - Every tesideoce buitding Shafl
be supptietl writ� approved coniainers which are of sufficient quantity and capacity to store a11
ihe mixed municipal soiid wsste from the unit and which ere equipped with tight-fStting covers
for Storsge of mixed municipal soiid waste. Mixed municipai solid waste sha11 be collecLed at
teast weekly by s licensed refuse hauler. !n afl tesidencs bvildings, it shall be ihe rssponsibiUty
of the ownet to provide the containers and contract with a ifcensed hauler for collection ot the
mixed munlcipal salid wasta.
IXTER(S�e AF BUILDIht3
ADOF�SS MIMBERS - Must be cieariy readable from the street, and alley if appiicable, both day
and Mght. (See attachment HN-1.)
RAINLEADERS - Disconnect if drafned into city sewer.
RpQF - Must be tight, without lesks.
EXTERIOR WALLSlPAINT - Ext�for suffaces other than decay-resistant wood must be painted
with non-teed-bassd paint. {Scraped and primed where pee)ing.}
STAIRSlPORGHES/DECKS - Must be ma�ntained in sound condition and good repair.
Betus[rades and guardrsils no mofe than nine inChes {9"} apatt must be installed on
stairwaysiporchesldecks more than thirty inches (30"} above grade.
RAILS - Handraits and belustrades required on stairs w9th four or more risers and must be
maintafned in good condition.
DOORS - Must be in sound condition and good �epair, capable of being easily apened from the
inside without the use of a key. tSingie-family and Frsc floor of duplexes can be equipped with
double-cylind9r desdboits.)
WMIDOWS - Must be in SounC condition, have no hroken glass, have ha�dware to hotd In the
"open" poskion, fit tight withi� the ftame, and secure locking mechanism. ilocks required on
every window up to and including second story or accessible by fire escape, stairs, etc.1
Windaws can be equipped with bars for security if they ars not required "egress wi�dows."
Windows musi be equipped with screens.
GARBAGE CONTAINERS - Owners are required to furnish sufficisnt containers w;th lids and
weekiy garba�e piCk-op {also ses Pubiic Works Ordi�anca for Recyciing requirementsM•
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P4ST CERTfFiCATE OP OCCUPANCYlOWNER lNFORMATION - Must be posted near the front
door so it cen be read itom outside the bullding. Owner informatian and emergency contacts
are pra-printed on Certifficate of Occupancy for yau.
WALLStFLOQRSlPAINT - Must be maintained ciean, paintad, and in a protessionsi state ot
repair.
STAtRSJRA#LS - Same specificetionS as exterior stafrs.
EXTERMiNAT10111- Ow�ers ate responsible to exterminate insects and rodsnts in alt areas of
the buildtng and premises.
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EVACUATION PLANNING - Owners are urged to develop end fumish to the occupants an
approved emergency evacuatfon plan.
FIRE IXTIHtiU1SHERS
FIRE EXTINCiU1SHERS - A 2A708C fire extinguisher should be availab4e near an exit from the
dwelling.
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ESCAPE WMiDOWS - One window from each sleeping room must be easily openable trom the
inside. Some security grates and bars have mechanisms that open easily fram inside. These
windows must have a nat giazed area of five point seven t5.7? square feet, minimum net ciear
opanabie height tlimension o4 twenty-four inches i24"), minimum net ctear openable width
dimenslon o} twenty inChes (2Q"), and a sill-side height af �o more than fony-eighY inChes (48"!
above the floor. Area wells must meet minimum sizes (See Bu+)ding Department directive and
EW-1 Attechment.)
EXIT 09STRUCTIbNS - All axits to the bu;tding must be unobstructed at atl items. No storage
is aflowed in stairweils, Corridors, oT in front of doors.
EXIT ILLUMINATION - Aii aommon halis and fnside stairways must be iit with a minimum
illuminatlon of ane foot-candle per s�uare foot. Exterior exits and entryways are required to
be iilumin8ted a minimum of vne footCa�dte at grade level,
PLUMBINQISHINER - Kitchen sinks, hand sinks, bathtub. showers, toifets or urinals must be
suppfiad wlth tunning water, adequate hot water where appiicable, and must be connected to
the sewer and water system in accordance with atl provistons of the Plum6ing Code.
COMBUSTIBLE STORA6EtFURNACE ROOM - Combustible storaga should not be in
any foom COniafning furnace, heating, mecheniCal, or electricat equipment.
1NCINERATOR5 - Not sllowed unlsss PCA-approved and Capable ot burning over 7,000 pounds
per hottr.
FURNACE/HEATING PLANT - Nlust be capable of providing heat at 68 dagrees five feet above
the floor in eny srea of tfie dwelling. Installatian, repair, or elteration of an heating equipment
must be done by a licensed contractor under permit from the Buitding Inspection and �esign
Division. Upon renewat of the Certificate of O�cupancy, a form witl be provided the
owner/manager whiCh must be filled out by a iicensed contractor verifying that tha heating
system or space hsater has been serviced and is free ot carbon manoxide spillage. ISee RH-1
attachment.)
WATER HEATER - Must be capable of supplying adequate hot water at a minimum temperature
of 120 deprees and a mauimum af 130 degrees at every kiLChen sink, tub, shower, and laundry
facitity. All repairs or alterations must be made un0er permit from the Buifding Inspection antl
Design Division by 81iCensed contrector ln accordance with the Plumbing Code.
GAS COIVNEC770NS - Flexible conneCtors on stoves or drya�s must be AGA appraved double-
walletl. Singte-walled connectors that are kinkad. damaged. or cotroded must be replaced.
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ELECTAJCAL - Se►vice must bs adequate to serve needs of occupants and maintained in
accordance with the Electrical Code. Every room 120 square feet or less must have at least
two duplex outleis. One sddiiional outlet Is required for sach additianal 80 square faet.
Kftchens must have at least three dupiex outlets, ons of which must be supplied by a separate
20-amp circuit. Any new outlet instaUed within a six-foot radius of a kitchen snk must be
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters tGFI}. Every pubiic hall, water ctoset, bathroom, iaundry, or
fumaCe room must contain at least one electric ligM fixture. Bathroam and laundry rooms must
contain one light fixture and one dupie�c outiet, The taundry room outlet must be within six feet
of the laundry appliance o� a separate 20-amp circuit. The outie# in the bathroom must be GFI.
Extsting outlets in bathrooms must be converted to a GFI or removed. AII metallio fixtures
wtthin ftve feet t5'} hor{zontally or efght feet (8'► verticaNy of grounded surfaces shafl be
graut►ded.
ALL FACILITIES AND E4LfiPMENT - AN required and supplied equipment and aii building spaces
and parts must be constructed and maintained to properly and sately perform their intended
function. IAn air condiiioner is not required; but it provided, must work,)
WOUDSTOVES - Are not aflowed in residential garages or aress where flammabfe Iiqulds or
vapors are present.
GASOLINE STORAGE - No gasoline or other ftammable liquid can be stored in a residentiat
building unless stored in e�ne-hour. ftre-reted room or approved fire-rated cabinet. Flammabie
liquids can never be stored in a room with a suurce of ignition, such as a furnace, water heater,
etc.
COHDEMNATIQN/UMfl7 - A dwellfng unit or entire building may be condemned when it is
determined to be uninhabiiable or a hazard to the safety or welfare of the tenanttsl.
LNITS - DwEL�ING
SMOKE DETEC7dRS - State ststute requires an operabls smoke detector provided and
maiMained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions outside each sleeping area ot
the rental unit. 8ettery or eteCtric smoke detectors are allowed, hut eteciric are recommended.
Smoke detectors must be testetl at least monthly, and batteries should be replaced annuaily.
(See SD-1 attachment.►
DEAdBOL7 LdCKSlDOORS - Entry doors must be equipped with one-inch (1 "} approved single-
cyllnder deadbolt locks. Existing 518" deadholt locks may remafn on solid core wood doors,
metal doors, and 3/4" panet doors wiih a six-inch IB") extsnded strikeplate for wood-frame
doors. Doors must be substantially secu►e from Nlega� entry, and if reptaced, must be replaeed
with solid core, solid wood 3t4" panel or a metal door with metat frames. Hinges must be
placed on the inside of the door. Doors of single-tamily and grade ievels of duplexes may be
equipped wlth doublg-cyllnder deadbolts, but owne�s must warn occupants of potential fire
hazards. iSee AD-7 attachment.)
PAT101GUDER DOORS AND WINDOWS - A removable track filler or key-operated vertical or
horizontal bolt ►ack on patio and gfider windows is reQuired. A wood titler strip or removable
sCrew in upper track of windows should be installed to prevent them from being lifted out of
ttack.
FLOORSM►ALLSlPA1NTlCAHlN@TSlWOODWORK - Must tse in sound condition and good repair.
AII paini must be non lead-bassd. My peeling or flaking paint must be removed and repai�ted.
WIIYDOW LOCKS - All windows must be equipped with secure focks.
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SPACE HEA7'�RS - SubJect to atl requiremer►ts of servicing/cleaning (see �urnacelHeating Plant}
and must be ssrviced by a licensed contraetor and proof furnished during Geri�flcate of
Occupancy renewai. Atl regufations ot the Mechanical Code must be applied.
BATNROOM L1GHTtVENTilAT10H - Every batfiroom must hava a window openabie to the
auiside, a minimum s)ze of eight psrcent (6%3 of ths total tioar area of irie room, or an
epproved mechanical ventliatton system.
TOILET/HAND SINKfTUBlSHOWEA - Each dwetling u�it musi contain a bathroom with toilet,
hand sink, and tuh ar shower instaUed and maintained in accordance with tha Plumbing Code.
BATHROOM FLOQR - Must ba imp�vious to water. Carpeting not ailowed. Cracks or missing
ti18s tnust be rep8ired/tepleCed.
KITCHEN SINK - Every dwelHng unit shali contain a kitchen sink apart from the handsink
requirement in the bathroom.
ElECTRICAI OUTIETS - 58e Electricat.
EXl'�MSION COROS - Not allowed for permanent wi�ing. Those extension cords with
circuit breekers 8re elso not legal. The overload on the wiring in the wall produces heai and
can be a flre hazard.
OCCUPANT LOAD - Dweiling units must contain the following:
TOTAL UNIT (iROSS FLOOR AREA
1 occupant - 150 square feet
2 or more oCCUpents - 100 square feet per person
GROS$ SLEEPING ROOM/FLOOR AREA
1 occupent - 70 squere feet
2 or more ocCUpants - 50 square feet per person
TENAMT SANITATIQNtRE3PONSIBtLiTiES - Occupants ars requlred to msiniain the;r unit in a
clean and sa�itary condkfon and dispose of refuse in the containers provided by the owner.
They are also required to keep supplfed fixtures clean and sanitary and use reasonabte care in
thei� use and operation. ffi they furnish Sny fixtu►es of their own, they must be instalted and
maintained in accordanca with the Building Code.
PRt1lATE WELIS - In all dwellings or muitiple dweliings servicad by a private well for drinking
water purpases, CoBform bacterin and nitrate testing of water sha11 ba conducted by the
property ownsr every two t2) years. it shalt he the responsihitity of the prapsny owner.
ROOMIN6 UNITSfADdlTIQNAL REQUIREMENT5
1. Cannot contain cooking or eating facilities. (i.e., stoves, hot plates, refrigerators,
m;crowaves.}
2. A bethroom contai»ing a hand sink, toilet, and tub or shower must 6s avaifable within the
structure directly accessibie without going outside and on the same floor ar a floor
adjacent to the rooming unit. Orte bathroom must be avaiiahie for each tive persons (or
fraCtion thereofl.
3. Each sleep{ng room must contain ac ieast 70 square feet of fioor area, or 60 square feet
per person far iwo or more peopla.
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4. Owners ars responsibie for weekly changes of supplied linsns and towets.
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privaCy.
Owners ate responsibie for sanitary mairtten8nce ofi wa8s, fioors, ceilingS, and for
maintenance of eii supplied equipme�t.
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October 21, 1997
Davs Thune, Council President
St Paul Gity Councii
Offics of the City
310 A Ciiy Halt
15 W. Keliogg
St Paut, MN 551�2
Dear Councii President Thune,
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Thomas • Dale
DisYricY 7 Communify Council, Inc.
z� '369 Univezsity Avenve
St. Pau1, MN SS1Q3
PH: (612} 298-5068
FAX: (612) 29&-5072
The �istricf 7 Planning Councii at their Physical Pianning meefing held on Ocfober 14, revie�Ned the
CarG�cate of Occupancy proposal before you at the City Council.
The committee passed the foilow+ng motion that wilf go to our Board on Thursday October 23 for their revie�rr
Motion;
That the Districf 7 Planning Council conditionally endorses ihe proposed CerUficate of 6ccupancy proposai
for renter occupied single family homes and dupiex psoperties within tfie City ofi St Paui. We wouid i'ske to
sea ihe following concems/additions made to the ordinancs:
1) That the propased rentai Gcsnsing inspect+on plan, which shows that the Thomas Dale community
would rmt ceceive its initial inspection urrUl the year 2004-05> is nof acceptable. This proposed scheduie
wouid delay re�tai inspec6on in our community beyond the point oi heing effective.
2) That in conjunc6on wifh arry Certificate of Occupancy inspecfian program there needs to 6e
resources avaifable for iandlords to be able to make needed repairs to their propetty in order to keep families
from bei�g displaced firom su6standard housing without malting allowancss fior that housing #0 4e repaired.
3)1'he ciiy should at� take this oppartunity to require landlords and rnmers of singie fiamiiy,
dupiex, tripte� and muiii-iamiiy rental properties to be licensed. Licansing of ptopedy ownets aod tentai
agents wouid give added pro#ection to both communities and tenants when trying to rectify problam
prope�ies that they may own or opetate. -"
While theThomas Dale community could stand to benefit great{y from a reMal certificate of occupancf program,
we are concamed ihai this program not resu{t in the further foss of property wifihin in our several
neighborhoods. Our organization pfedges to wo�k close{y wiih ihe cify of SL Paui and its inspectior�s
department to ensure that any such program is implemented fairiy and that resources are made availab(e to
make cartain tfiat property is repaired, not just removed or demolished if found to 6e substandard upon
inspection. Thank you for your considertion of our comments and atten6on to this ptoposai. P4ease fee! free
to contact our stafF at 298-5068 if you need arry fudher information regarding our position.
Sincerety, .
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6regory Ray
Chair
DisUict l Pfaning Councii Board
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BUSINES5 REVIEW COUNCII,
�ib"am Cosgriff, Ckair
CITY OP SAII�'T PAUL
Narm Coleman
LOWRPPROF�SSIONAL BUbDII7G
Suite 300
350SC Petsr Sbee[
SaintPmtl Minnesota55102-I510
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Telephone: 61 L2G6A090
Facsimile: 612Z66-9099
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RESOLUTION
SAINT PAUL BUSINESS REVIEW COUNCIL
Fresented By: Mazk Mceller
Seconded Sy: Julie Hoff
Date: November 6,1997
WE�EREAS, The Saint Paul Business Review Council (BRC) has tharoughly analyzed and discussed the proposal
reqturuig a Certificate of Occupancy {C of O) for One and Two Family Rental Units, and
WHEREAS, the BRC has determined that there aze significam community development opporiunities contribuCing
to the economic vitality, health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Saint Paul in the proposal.
NOW, TFiEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the SRC endorses requiring a Certificate of Occupancy for One
and Two Family Rental Units with the following provisions:
■ That the program will focus on problem One and Two Unit Rerrtal Properties including, but nat limited to,
those properties which: consume excessive Police and Fire Depariment resources; generate complai�s;
have a history of non-compliance; are tax delinquent; have been referred by a Community Council; or
have a below mazket average tas assessment value for campazable properiy.
That the program will maintain a fleacible Certificate of Occupancy renewal period ranging from one yeaz
to &ve yeazs based on the individuai candition and needs of the properry.
BE IT FiJRTHER RESOLVED, that the BRC encourages the Mayar and the City Councii to implement the new
Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Family Rental Units by focusing on the properties with the greatest
need rather than the geographic approach enumerated in the Resolution submitted by Councilmember Megard and
Councilmember Bostrom.
NOW BE IT FINALLY RFSOLVED, that the BRC recommends staffing, funding and fee decisions associated
with the Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Unit Rental Properties be implemented by the appropriate
City adminisuation and staff.
Adopted by the BRC: November 6,1997
Resolurion adopted 14-0 with no abstentions:
Signed: �' . , - 7Z.
William Cosgrif� C
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An ordinance amending Saint Paul Legislative Codes Sections
33.Q2 and 33.05 to update the building code and to require a
certificate of occupancy for one- and two-family rental
dwellings which are not occupied by the owner.
The Council of the City of Saint Paul does ordain:
Section 1
The City Council finds it necessary and important to take advantage
of a change in the state building code which grants municipalities
the option to er�tend a certificate of occupancy requirement to
certain residential occupancies. The City Council finds that one-
and two-family rental dwellings which are not owner-occupied are
generally in need of greater code compliance inspections and
enforcement to avoid property deterioration and blight. A
certificate of occupancy requirement will establish a systematic
and periodic inspection policy which will promote and enforce code
safety and maintenance of rental dwellings, thereby decreasing the
need for complaint�driven inspections based on calle for service
from occupants or neighbors who may fear or risk some form of
reprisal from landlords or tenants. Accordingly, the systematic
certification of such rental dwellings will improve the health,
safety, and welfare of the citizens of Saint Paul who live in and
around its rental dwellings.
Section 2
The Saint Paul Legislative Code Section 33.02 shall be amended as
follows:
Sec. 33.02. Minnesota State Building Code--Adoption
(d) Section 3 109 of �he Uniform Building Code, a part of
the Minnesota State Building Code adopted by reference in Minnesota
Rule �3 1305.0010 (1995), is amended for the City of Saint
Paul to read as follows:
3�ec-389- I09.1 Use or Occupancy
No building or
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structure of Group A (ASSembly), E (Education), I
(Institutional), H (Hazardous), B (Business), F (Factory), M
(Mercantile), S (Storage), or R-1 (Multifamily Residential)�
or any one- or two-familv rental dwelling of R-3 occu�ancv as
set forth in 533.05 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code shall
be used or occupied, and no change in the existing occupancy
classification of a building or structure or portion thereof
shall be made until the fire marshal has issued a certificate
of occupancy therefor as provided herein.
-Fb} 109.2 Change in Use. Changes in the character or use
of a building shall not be made except as specified in Section
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the building official when it is found that the building or
structure complies with the provisions of this code and other
laws which are enforced by the code enforcement agency, the
fire marshal shall issue a certificate of occupancy which
shall contain the following:
(1) The certificate of occupancy number.
(2) The address of the building.
(3) The name and address of the owner.
(4) A description of that portion of the building for which
the certificate is issued, if not for the entire
building.
(5) A statement that the described portion of the building
complies with the requirements of this code for the group
and division of occupancy and the use for which the
proposed occupancy is classified.
(6) The name of the fire marshal, or his/her designated
agent.
109.04 Temporary Certificate. If the building official
finds that no substantial hazard will result from the
occupancy of any building or portion thereof before the same
is completed, he/she may issue a temporary certificate of
occupancy for the use of a portion or portions of a building
or structure prior to the completion of the entire building or
structure. Such a temporary certificate of occupancy sha11
remain in force and effect for a period not to exceed twelve
(12) months, unless otherwise designated by the building
o£ficial upon inspection and a determination of need.
109.5 Posting. The certificate of occupancy shall be
posted on the premises and shall not be removed except by the
fire marshal.
109.6 Revocation. The fire marshal may, in writing,
suspend or revoke a certificate of occupancy, includina a
provisional or temporary_ certificate of occu�anc� issued
under the provisions of this code whenever the certificate was
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supplied, or when it is determined by the fire marshal that a
use of the building or structure or portion thereof may
constitute a nuisance as described in Minnesota Statutes,
Section 617.81, subdivision (2), or is in violation of any
ordinance or regulation or any provision of the Saint Paul
Legislative or Administrative Code.
Section 3
That Saint Paul Legislative Code Section 33.05 be amended as
follows:
Sec. 33.05. Certificate of occupancy.
(A) Use or Occupancy: No building or structure in Group A
(Assembly), B (Business), B-4M (Mercantile), E (Education), F
(Factory), I (Institutional), H (Hazardous), R-1 (Multi£amily
Residential), or S(Storage) occupancies shall be used or occupied,
and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a
building or structure or portion thereof shall be made until the
fire marshal has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as
provided herein. In addition and effective as of March 1. 1998. no
one- or two-familv dwellina as those terms are de£ined in Chap er
60 of this code, of R-3 occupancv mav be rented. used or occu�ied
defined in Chanter 60 of this code.
(B) Change in Use: Changes in the character or use of a
building shall not be made without the approval of the building
official and the fire marshal, and the building may be occupied for
purposes in other groups provided the new or proposed use is less
hazardous, based on life and fire risk, than the existing use.
(C) Certificate Issued: After final inspection by the building
official, when it is found that the building or structure complies
with the provisions of this Code, the fire marshal shall issue a
certificate of occupancy.
(D) Existing Buildings:
(11 Seo�e of reauirement. Every building�except one- and two-
family dwellings and residential garages heretofore erected which
owner's familv, as familv is defined in Chapter 60. shall have a
certificate of occupancy issued by the division of fire prevention
and posted on the premises. Before such a certificate can be
issued, such buildings, includinc� anv basements and common areas
for one- or two-familv rental dwellings shall be inspected by the
division and found to conform to the requirements of the building
code at the time of construction or at the time of conversion to
its present use and to the provisions of the Saint Paul Legislative
Code; except that energy efficient standards in rental dwellings
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No building or rental dwellina which is required to have a
certificate of occupancy shall continue to be occupied without such
certificate.
(2) Implementation schedule for one- and two- family rental
dwelling inspections. Those existing one- and two-famil�
(a) The fire marshal shall have ten vears in which to
complete the initial inspections of all one- and two-
familv rental dwellings for the purboses of
certification.
(b) The fire marshal shall divide the city into
geographicallv dis�ersed inspection areas. usin�nlannin�
district boundaries, which are reasonablv balanced in
terms of the number of affected one- and two-familv
rental dwellings and the extent of code comr�liance as
found in housinc� condition survev data.
(c) The implementation schedule for initial ins�ections
should insgecC agproximately one-fifth of all one- and
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renewinc� the certificate of occupanc�
.�d) The imnlementation schedule for the established
inspection areas should give priorit� to �te and
not limit the discretion of the fire marshal to inspect
rental dwellin�s regardless of area location and take
(3) Provisional certificate. On or before March 1. 1998, the
legal or eauitable owner of each one- or two-familv rental
dwellinc� shall make a written a�plication to the fire marshal
on an aporoved form furnished bv the same for a certificate of
occu�ancv to allow the use or occux�ancv of the rental
dwellinq. The fire marshal shall issue a provisional
certificate of occugancv to the owner/apnlicant of the rental
March 1.1998, pending issuance of a certificate of occu�ancv.
A brovisional certificate is sub;iect to renewal everv two
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vears and mav be revoked on the same grounds as a certificate
o£ occugancy Rental dwellinc�s constructed or converted to
rental use after March 1 1998 shall not be eligib�e for a
of occupancy.
(E) Renewal Required: An inspection shall be scheduled by the
division of all buildings of Group A(Assembly), E(Education), I
(Institutional), H (Hazardous), and B (Business), M (Mercantile),
S(Storage), F(Factory) occupancies which have a certificate of
occupancy, excepting light hazard occupancy which shall be
scheduled for inspection every two (2) years. Inspections shall be
scheduled by the division on a two-year cycle for all buildings of
R-1 occupancy and on a four-year cycle for those one- and two-
family rental dwellings of R-3 occu anc� which have a certificate
of occupancy. If it is found that such buildings do not conform
to the applicable requirements, including the timelv pavment of all
fees, the certificate of occupancy may be revoked and the building
shall not be occupied until such time as the building is again
brought into compliance with such requirements.
(F) Fees for Certificate of Occupancy:
(1) Original issue, new buildings. There shall be no fee
charged for an issuance of the certificate of occupancy
for new buildings at the completion of their construction
covered by a building permit.
(2) Renewal fee for R-1 occupancies. Nine dollars ($9.00) per
residential unit, minimum fee one hundred dollars
($100.00), maximum fee three hundred seventy dollars
($370.00).
(3) Renewal fee for A (Assembly), E (Education), I
(Institutional), H (Hazardous), F (Factory), M
(Mercantile), S (5torage) and B (Business) occupancies.
Seven dollars ($7.00) per one thousand (1,000) square
feet, minimum fee seventy-five dollars ($75.00), maximum
fee three hundred seventy dollars ($370.00).
(4) Reinspection fee. The renewal fee established in
subsections (2? and (3) above allows for one (1)
inspection and one (1) reinspection for the renewal of
the certificate of occupancy. A reinspection fee of fifty
(50) percent of the renewal fee shall be levied for each
additional reinspection required of nonconforming
occupancies.
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and that the certificate of occu�ancy shall not be issued or
denied a£ter the building and all rental dwellings have been
inspected for compliance with the minimum standards of all
(5) Referral reinspection fee. Whenever a written correction 1.` ��
order is issued to the owner or responsible agent of the a
owner for a violation of this code and after a reasonable
time for compliance has elapsed, a reinspection sha11 be
made. If the violation has not been corrected at the time
of the reinspection, a referral reinspection fee of fifty
dollars ($50.00) shall be collected for every subsequent
reinspection until the violation is corrected.
(6) Partial certificate of occupancy fee. Notwithstanding
subsection (1) of this paragraph (F), a fee of one
hundred dollars ($100.00) will be charged for each
partial certificate of occupancy requested. The issuance
of a partial certificate o£ occupancy is at the
discretion of the building official and the portion of
the building covered by the certificate must be legally
completed and ready to occupy along with all other life
and safety requirements.
(7) No entry fee. A no entry fee of fifty dollars ($50.00)
shall be assessed to the renewal fee and collected
whenever an owner or responsible agent of the owner has
been notified in writing of the date and time for a
certificate of occupancy renewal inspection, or any other
reinspection, and the owner or responsible agent of the
owner fails to notify the fire marshal's office in
writing, by at least 8:00 a.m. on the date of the
scheduled inspection, of an alternate date and time for
the inspection or reinspection when the owner or
responsible agent of the owner will appear for the
inspection.
(8) Discounted fee. Whenever a certificate of occupancy
renewal inspection finds no violations of any applicable
code, the renewal fees set forth in subsections (2) and
(3) of this paragraph shall be discounted twenty-five
(25) percent.
(9) Late fees. A late fee shall be charged and collected
whenever the owner or responsible agent for the owner
makes application for certificate renewal after the
expiration date of such certificate. Separate late fees
shall also be charged and collected whenever the owner or
responsible agent for the owner pays late any other fees
due and payable under this section. All late fees shall
be ten (10) percent of the certificate renewal fee. A
late fee shall accrue for each thirty-day period or
portion thereof which has elapsed after the expiration
date of the certificate or the date of inspection on
which the underlying fee is based. In no event shall any
one il) late fee exceed fifty (50) percent of the
certificate renewal fee. The late fee(s) shall be in
addition to any other fee or payment required.
10 Rental R-3 Occupancies The initial ins�ect'on fee shall
be eightv dollars (580 00) for one-family rental
dwellings and ninetv dollars t590 00) for two-familv
rental dwellings The renewal fee for a certi i ate of
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(G) Exceptions: The £ees for the certificate of occupancy and
inspection are provided in section 33.04(H)(4)(c) and paragraph (F)
of this section shall be required on buildings owned and occupied
by any governmental agency, including county and state governmental
agencies. The City of Saint Paul, and any other agencies
specifically exempted from such fees under state law, shall be
exempt from payment of such fees.
Section 4
These amendments shall take effect and be in force thirty days
after its adoption, approval and publication.
Requested by Department of:
Adopted by Council: Date ���",
Adoption Certified by Council Secretary
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Approval of a certficate of occupancy program for one and two family rental dwellings wlrich aze not occupied by the owner.
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PIANNING COMMISS{ON
CIB COMM171'EE
GIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
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and multiple dwellings shall be enforced on complaint basis
No building or rental dwelling which is required to Y
certificate of occupancy shall continue to be occupied withou
certificate. /
only. Q�1.1���
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years and may be revoked on the same grounds a certi�� a e�� ��a.'T �
of occupanev Rental dwellinas constructed or conv r ed to
rental use after March 1 1998 shall not be eligible for a%
of occupancv.
(E) Renewal Required: An inspection shall b scheduled by the
division of all buildings of Group A(ASSembly), E iEducation), I
(Institutional), H(Hazardous), and B(Busine s�, M(Mercantile),
S(Storage), F(Factory) occupancies which ve a certificate of
occupancy, excepting light hazard occup ncy which shall be
scheduled for inspection every two (2) yea . Inspections shall be
scheduled by the division on a two-year c 1e for all buildings of
R-1 occupancy and tho e one- a d two-fami ental dwe of R-3
occupanc_y which have a certificate of ccupancy. If it is found
that such buildinqs do not conform to e applicable requirements,
occupancy may be revoked and the
until such time as the building i
with such requirements. ,
1 e the certificate of
ilding shall not be occupied
again brought into compliance
(F� Fees for Certificate o Occupancy:
(1) Original issue, ne buildings. There shall be no fee
charged for an is ance of the certificate of occupancy
for new buildings.at the completion of their construction
covered by a bu' ding permit.
(2) Renewal fee
residential
($100.00),
($3'IO. QO) �
R-I occupancies. Nine dollars ($9.00) per
it, minimum fee one hundred dollars
mum fee three hundred seventy dollars
(3} Renewa.t fee for A {Assembly), E (Education), I
tlnsti utional}, H {Hazardous), F (Factory), M
{Mer antiZe), S(Storage) and B(Business) occupancies.
Sev n dollars ($7.OD) per one thousand (1,000) square
fe t, minimum fee seventy-five dollars ($75.00), m�imum
e three hundred seventy dollars {$370.00).
(4) Reinspection fee. The renewal fee established in
subsections (2) and (3) above allows for one (1)
inspection and one (1) reinspection for the renewal of
the certificate of occupancy. A reinspection fee of fifty
(50) percent of the renewal fee sha11 be levied for each
additional reinspection required of nonconforming
occupancies.
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CITY OF SAII1'f PAUL
TO: Council Presidem Dsve'Thune
Councitmember Jonry Blakey
Conncilmember Dan Bostrom
Counciimember Joe Collins
` Councilmember Mke Herris
Ca�ncilmemliar Bobbi Driegard
Cotimcila►ember Giadys Morton
FROM: Fire Marshai Steve Zac;card t%���
DAT"E: Piovember 12, 1997 J
. �: Code Requirementa for 1- or 2-family Dwe(lings
t,.��Ej�i�t
���°ber 22. 1997 Publi� kesrir►S on the ordinance to expand the fire degartmerrt's existing
certificate of accupancy . inspe�cion prop�rsm to include 1- or 2-family reatel dwet!'sngs,
Councitmember Harrig requeste�f a detailed list of what the codes require of these dwetlings. That
list is attached.
Cc: Tim Fuller
Gary Tiudeau
Roger C�rtis
Chuck Votel
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6122286241 FIRE PREllENTION PAGE 83
DBYARTMFNT OF PIItE AND SAFETY SLRVICPS
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DIVLTIDN OP flRE PREVENfION
Srcven ZaccarQ, flrc Marshot
crrY oF s�rrr �vi,
Norn� Cok�en, Magor
]Q1 Pan Elevemh So-ser TeGeyhone: 612-228-6230
SaLSPn�LMN55101 fac.rimile:6f2-228•6241
ONE AND TWO UNIT RERITAL DWELUNGS
PRE-INSPECTION CHECKLIST
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For ownerslmanagers of rentat propeRy of one or two unit dweili�gs.
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SANITATION • Premises shall be maintainetl free of accumulated garbage, trash, solid wasie,
enimal 18C8s or refuse_
GRAD1Pid AND DRAINAGE - A11 premises shaJf be graded and maintained so as io drain water
awey irom accupied sttuctures and minim{ze the acCUmulation of water on such premises.
GROUNp COVER - Every resident+at premis9s shall be maintalned in a condition to control
erosion, dust and mud by suitable landscaping with grass, trees, shrubs o� other pfsnted ground
cover, or by paving wlth asphati, concrete or Qy such other suitabte msans as shall be approved
by the enforcement officer.
GRASS AND WEEDS - Grass and weeds shali no2 be more than 8 inches in height.
INSECTS AND RODENT 1NFESTATIONS - tt shatl be the responsibility of the ownsr to con2rol
and/ot efiminate any infest8tion of inspects, rodents or other pe5ts in all e�rterior areas and
accessory structures on the premises,
ACC£SSORY STRUCTURES - AI! acCessOry structures �nCluding, but no fimited ta detechad
garages, sheds and fences, shai{ be maintainad structurally sound and in good rapair. A11
euterior wood surFaces, other than decay-resistent woods, shaN be protected from tne elements
and decay by paint which is not tead-hssed paint or by ather protective covering or ireatment.
Servfce doors to residentiai garages hai! be provided with saouring locks.
STOHED MA7ERiALS - it shatl be unlawful to accumufate and store bu+iding material, lumber.
boxes, cartons or other containers, machinery, scrap metei, junk, raw matsrial, fabricstetl goods
and other ftems in such manner ss to constitut8 a nuisance o{ rodent harhorage.
flREWOOD - Piles of firewood shsil not be m�re than 5 feet in haig�t and not ctoser than 10
feet from a habitable buiidlnp.
REFRiGERATORS AND ACCESSIBLE Ct?NTAINERS - ft shaii be uniawful ta permit a refrigerator
or other container, sufficierttiy targe to retain a chiid and wiih doors which fasten automaticaily
whan elosed, to be exposed and accessible to chifdrert withaut removing the doors, lids, hinges
or iatches.
EXTERIOR SiDEWALKS, WALKWAYS AWD STAIRS - All sidewe(ks, watkweys, end extarior
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stairs shali be maintained in a sefe, sound condnion, ftee of defects and nszsrds.
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M1XED MUMtCIPAL SOUD WASTE S70RAGE AND REMOVAL. - Every residence buiiding sha11
'� be s�pplied with approved Containers which are of sufficient quant±ty and capacity to store ai!
tha mixed municipal sotld weste from the unit and which are equipped with tight-fStting covers
for storage of mixed municipal soiid waste. Mixed municipal sotid waste shai! be collected at
feast weekly by a iicensed refuse hauler. In atl residence buiidings, it shafl be the responsibft�ty
of the ownet to provide the corrceiners and aonuact with s ilcensed hauler for coliection of the
mixed munlcipal solid waste.
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ADDRESS NUMBEHS - Must 6e Ctearly readaU►e from the street, and a►ley if applieabie, both day
and night. {See attachment HN-1.)
RAlNLEADERS - Disconnect if drafned into city sawer.
ROOF - Must be tight, with0ut 48aks.
EXTEWOR W1sLLSJPAINT - Extetior surfaces other than deCay-resistant wood must ha peinted
wtth non-lead-based paint. (SCraped and primed where Ree��n8•1
STAtRS/PORCHESiDECKS - Must be maintained '+n sound co�dition and good repair.
Balustrades and guard►ails no more than nine inches i9") apan must be instatled on
stairvvayslporchesldecks mora than ttiuty inchas (3d"! above grade.
RAILS - Handralfs and balustrad8s required on stairs with fiaur ar more risers end must be
. mai�te�lned in good condition.
DOORS - Must be in sound condition and good repair, capabla of being easily opened from the
inside withouL the use ot a key. tSingie-fiamily and firSt floor of dupiexas can be equipped with
doubie-cyiintler dasdbofts.!
WfNDOWS - Must be in sound condition, have no broken glass, have hardware to hofd in the
"open" posltion, fit tigAt within the frama, and secure tocking mechanism. (Locks required on
every w)ndow up ta and including second story or accessibte by fiirs escape, stairs, etc.)
Windows can be epuipped with bars far security if tfiey are not required "egress windows."
W;adows muat 6e equipped wlth screens.
GARBAGE CONTAIIVERS - Owners are rgqutred to furnish Suffiicient containers with tids and
weekly gatba@0 piCk-up (atso see Public Works Ordinance for Recycl;ng reauirements{•
fi�i�:7r+7:
POST CERTiFlCATE OP OCCUPANCYlOWNER 1NFORMATIQN - MusL be postsd near the front
door so it can be resd from outside trie bullding. Owner ir+formstian and emergency tantaots
ata pre-prinled on Certfficate af OccupanCy for you.
WALtS/FIQQEiS/PAFNT - Must be ma(ntained cfea�, painted, and in a professional state of
repair.
STAIRSlRAl1S - Same specifications aS exterior stafrs.
EXTERMtNATION - Qwners are responslble to exterminate insects and rodents in all areas of
the huildlnp and premises.
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EVACUATlON PLANHING - Owners ars urged to develop end furnish to the occupants an
epproved 0mergency evacuation p{an.
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FIRE EXT1Nt3UiSHERS - A 2A74BC fire extinguisher shouid be available �ear an exit from the
tlwelling.
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fSCAPE WINDOWS - One window from each sleeping room must be easily openable from the
inside. Some secutity grates and bars heve mschanisms thai opsn easily from inside. These
windows must nave a net glazed area of five point seven {5.7} square feet, minimum net ctaer
openable heigfit dimension of twenty-four inches i24"), minimum net clsar openabie width
dimenston of tweniy inches 120"f, and a sill-side height of no more than forty-eight inches i48")
above the floor. Area welts must mest minimum sizes {Ses Buitding Department direct+ve and
EW-1 Attachment.!
EX1T OSSTAUCTIONS - Afl exits to the buiiding must be unobstructed at atl items. 1Jo storage
ls af{owed in steirwe�ls, corridors, or in front of doors.
EXIT ILLUMIWATION - AN common hai{s and inside stairw8ys must be lit with a minimum
iiluminatfon of one foot-candl� per square foot. Exterior exits and entryways are required to
be illumin8ted a minimum of one fooicandfe at gtade level.
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. PLUMBINO/SEWER - Kitcfien sinks, hand sinks, bathiub, showers, toitets or urinals must be
suppiied w3th tunning water, adequate hot watar where appHCab�e, and must be Connected to
the sewer and water system in accordanca with all provisfons ot the Plumbing Cotle.
COMBUSTIBLE STOHAGE/Fl1RNACE RdOM - Combustible storage should nat be in
any room containing furnace, heating, mechanical, or efectrica) equipment.
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INCINERATORS - Not 811owad unless PCA-approved 8nd capabie of burning over 7,000 pounds
pet hour. ,
FURNAC£lHEATiNG PLANT - Must be capable of providing fiedt at 88 dagrees five feet above
tha floor in Sny ar8a of the dwetltng. Instalfation, repair, or aiteration of an heating equipme»t
must be tlone by a licensed contractor undei permit from the Buifding insp�ction and �esign
Division. llpon renewa( of the Certificata of Occupancy, a fo�m wiil be provided the
ownerlmanager which must be fiiled out by e ticensed contractor verifying that the heating
system or space heatar has bean sarviced and is fres ot carbon monoxide spiilage. iSee RH-1
attaChment.l
WATER HEATER - Must be capabie of supptyi�g adequate hot weier at a minimum temperstu�e
of 120 degrees and a ma�cimum of 130 degrees at every kitchen sink, tuh, shower, and laundry
faciliLy. All repairs or atterations must be made unGer permit fram the Buifding Inspection and
Design Division by s licensed contractor ln scCardance with ihe Plumbing Code.
GAS COAINECTIONS - Flezible ConneCtors on stoves or dryers must be AGA approvetl double-
wsQed. Single-waNed connecto�s that are klnkad, damagaC, or corroded must be replaced.
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ELECTRtCAL - Service must be adequate ia serve needs of occupants and maintained in
accordance with the Electricat Code. Evary roorn 124 squsre feet or tess must have at least
two dupiax out)eu. One additionel ouilet fs required tor each additionai 80 square #eet.
� Kitchens musc have at laast three duplez outiets, one of which must be supplied by a separate
20-smp circuit, Any new outiet 'snstaUed within a six-foot radius of a kitchen sink must be
Ground Feuft Circuit Interrupters I�FI). Every pubtic halt, water ctoset, bathroom, laundry, or
fumace roam must co�tain at least one etectric light fi�Rure. 8athroom and laandry rooms must
contain one light fixture and one dupfex autiet. The laundry room ouUat must he within six feet
of the laundry appfiance on a separate 20.amp circuit. The outiet in ihe bathroom must be �FI.
Existing outieis in ba[hroams must bs convsrted to a GFI or removed. Ail metallic tixtures
within flva feet R5') horizonteity or efght feef 48`} vsrtically of grounded surfaces shail be
gtoundad.
ALL FAC�.ITIES AHD EQUtPMEAIT - AN required and suppiiad equipment and all bui4ding spaces
and parts rnust ba constructed and mainteined to properly and safely perform their intended
function. iAn air condiiioner is not required; but if provided, must work.!
WOOOSTOVES - Ars not ailowed in residentiai garagas or areas where flammable Iipuids or
vapors are present.
GASOIINE STORAGE - No gasoline or other fiammabie iiquid can be stored in a residentiai
bu�idi�g unless stored in a�-hour. fire-rated room or approved fire•rated cabinet. FlammabVe
liquids can never be stored in a room with a sourca of ig�ition, sucfi as a furnace, water heater,
etc.
CONDEMNATIONJUNfiT - A Qwelling unit or enti�e buiiding may be Condamned when it is
� determined to be an;nhabitahle or a hazard to tha safety or weifare of the tenantls►.
UNITS - DIAt�LLIMG
SMpKE DETfCTORS - State statute requires an operabfe smoke detector providad and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions outside each sieeping area of
the rentai uNt. Battery ar eleccric smoke tletectors are allowed, but electric are recommended.
Smoke detectors must be tested at least monihly, and batteries shouid be replaced annualiy.
tSee SD-1 attacAment.) �
bEADBOL7 LpCKS/DOORS - Entry doors must be equipped arith one-inch t 1"? approved sin8le-
cyllnder deadboit locks. Existing 5/8" deadboit locks may remafn on sot;d core wood doors.
meTel doors. and 314" panel doors with a s(x-{nch f6"! extendad strikepiate for wood-frame
doars. doors must be substantiafly secure trom 18sgsl entry, snd if repiaoed, must be repiaced
with solid core, sotid wood 3/4" panei or a mefal door with metai frames. Hinges must be
R�aced on the inside of the door. Doors of single-family and grede levels af dupiexes may be
equipped witfi double-cyl}nder tleadboits, but owners must warn occupants ot potential fire
hazerds. iSee AD-1 attachment.}
PATl016LIDER DOORS AND WiNDQWS - A removable track fitier or key-operated venical or
horizontai bnit lock on pat10 and Alider windows is required. A wootl fiiler strip or removable
screw in upPer track of windows shouid be installsd to prsvsnt them from being lifted out of
traCk.
FLOORStWALLS/PAINT/CASINETSlWOODWORK - Musi be in sound candition and good repair.
AII paini must be non lead-based. My peeting or Haking paint must be rempved and repainted.
W{NDOW LOCKS - At! windows must be equipped wifh secure locks.
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sPaCE HE . Pa �
and muyY SLb) to a►i req�ire�e 0�
be servioed b ms of s � v ;cing���eaning (�8 �urnace/Heatrn
Occupancy renewai, Y a���ensed cantractor and
`� Aii regulations of ihe Mechanicai Code mun tie d durin 9 P�ant1 d�� _� a��
BATHROOM LIGHT 9 Certlflcete of
��I�ATION - Eve aDPiied.
outside, a minlmum s)ze cf e� n' b�hroo
approv� m�h�� percent (g96 m mu � have a window openabte
Cal verttllation � of the total fioor area of tO the
SYSiem. the room,
TOlLETq{,qpp SINK o� an
hand sink, and 2ub or�o BH�sY811ed and mainfained in accordance with
�- Each dwelpng unit must coniain a bathroom wixh toilei,
t� m ��R - Must be imperyious to water. ihe Plumbing Code.
st be r epaired�rapl�etl, Carpetin
g not allowed, Cracks or
KITCFIEN SIN missing
K - Every dwellln
requirement in the bathroom. 9 �nli shail contain a kitch
en sink apart from ihe hantlslnk
��CTRIC4l p�1�s _ S� E�ectricat.
EX7ENSION CORDS - Not ailowed for pe�manant wirin
circuit breakers ase aiso not le ai. The overload on the wirin in the w
can be e fire h 9 8• Those extension cords with
ezefd. 9
a�i produces heat and
OCCUPAlyT �p,4D _ pwe11i� �nits
9 must contai� the foilowinp;
TOTAI UH1T OROSS PLOOR qqEq
1 oocupant - 750 squa�e feet
, 2 0 � more ocCUpents - 10p square feet pe� pa�son
GROSS SLEEp�NG pOaM/��OOR qqEq
1 occupant - 7p square feet
2 0 � more occupants - 60 square feet per p�rson
TENqNT SqN�Tqr�ON/REgpp
ciean and sanita NS - Occu
They are also � � cond(tlon and tlispo e of r f pents are requtretl to m;
their quired to kee '� e �Se in the contairters e fain their unit in a
use and operatip�, �f the UPp�tetl fixtures I Provided b
maintained !n accordance with the � ean and san;ta Y the owner.
y furnish any fiMUres of their own the uSe reasonabte care in
Building Code. Y must be inste�led and
� �«S - in at1 dweilings or muiti �8 N,
water p��pp�s coutorrr� baMeria and p d e11 ��
P�operty owner nitrate 8s serviCetl by a private �,ye11 for
every two (21 years. ii shaif be the resPons'bilitY of rhe pro drinking
ROOMIN6 be conducted by the
UNRS/ADDITIQNAL REQWREMENTS PeRy owner.
� • Cannot contain
miCrowav�.) cookin9 or eatin
9 facitiiies. (i.e., s[oves,
2 hot plate5, refrigeretors.
A bathroom corrc�;���g a hand sink, toitet,
str�cture directly accesgtple w;thout
adjacent to �tl tub or shp„„ mu� be avaitable withln the
the rooming unit. 9Oj^ outside and
fra�;o� thereof). One bathroom rr�u �� the
st be availabie for ch fiver or a floor
3 • Each sleepin8 room pe�sons (or
per person for tN,o musi contain at least 70 squara i
or more peOp►e. eet of Haor
area, or 60 square feet
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Owners are respansihie for weekly changes of supplied linens and taweis.
Every roars�ing unft muss bs supplied wi2A shades, drapes, or oiher mater;als affording
prlvacy.
S. Owners are responsibie for sanitary maintenance of watis, floors, ceilings, and for
maintenanCe of all suppiied equipment.
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Norm Colemnn, bfayor
November 19, 1997
To
Fr:
Re:
BUSINESS REVIEW COYNCIL
Wi"Iliam Cosgnff, Chair
IAWRYPROFESSIONAL BUILDING
Suite 300
350 SG Peler Streef
Sain! Paul. Mrnnssola 55102-]SIO
Council Ptesident Thune and Members of the City Council
Business Review Council (BRC)
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Telephone: 612-266-9090
Facsimrte: 61 D2669099
612-266-9124
Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Family Rentai I1nit Proposal
The BRC wishes to ciarify its position regazding the Certificate of Occupancy proposal submitted
by Councii Member Megard and Counci3 Member Bostrom.
After lengthy discussions and detailed analysis of the proposal, (at which Council Member
Megard and her aid, Ann Ciezlak were present) the BRC authored a clear and concise resolution
endorsing the general concept of a Certificate of Occupancy for one and two family rental units.
However BRC support was clearly based upon three amendments to the original proposal;
including a focus on problem properties, a flexibie renewal based on the condition of the
property, and appropdate funding and sta�'ing for the program.
A copy of the original resolution has been attached for your review and consideration.
cc: Mayor Norm Coleman
Roger Curtis, Assistant to the Mayor
Nancy Anderson, Council Secretary
BUSNESS REVIEW COWi CIL
tfilkcm CosgrtJf, Chm�
CITY OF SAINT PAUL
Norm Caleman, Mayor
LOIf'RYPROF£SSIO.VAL BUIIDl.�"G
Surte 300
3SOSt PeterStreet
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102-/510
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Telephone: 612-266-9090
Facsimile: 612-266-9099
672-2669124
RESOLUTION
SAINT PAUL Bt3SINESS REVIEW COUNCIL
Presented By: Mazk Mceller
Seconded By: Julie Hoff
Date: November 6, 1997
WHEREAS, The Saint Paul Business Review Council (BRC) has thoroughly analyzed and discussed the proposal
requiring a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) for One and Two Family Rental Units, and
WHEREAS, the BRC has determined that there are significant community development opportunities contributing
to the economic vitality, health, safery and welfare of the citizens of Saint Pau] in the proposal.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE TT RESOLVED, that the BRC endorses requiring a Certificate of Occupancy for Qne
and Two Family Rental Units with the follo�ving provisions;
■ That the program �vill focus on problem One and Two Unit Rental Properties including, but not limited to,
those proQerties which: consume excessive Police and Fire Department resowces; generate complaints;
have a history of non-compliance; are tax delinquent; have been referred by a Community Councii; or
have a below market average tax assessment value for comparable property.
That the program wili maintain a fle�ble Certificate of Occupancy renewal period ranging from one yeaz
to five years based on the individual condition and needs of the properiy.
BE IT FtJIZTHER RESOLVED, that the BRC encourages the Mayor and the City Council to unplement the new
Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Family Rental Units by fceusing on the properties with the greatest
need rather than the geographic approach enumexated in the Resalution submitted by Councilmember Megazd and
Councilmember Bostrom.
NOW Bfi TT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the BRC recommends staffmg, funding and fee decisions associated
with the Certificate of Occupancy for One and T�vo Unit Rental Properties be implemented by the appropriate
City admnvstration and staff.
Adopted by the BRC: November 6, 1997
Resolution adopted 14-0 with no abstentions:
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William Cosgciff, h u
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CITY OF SAINT PAUL
Nnrm Cnlemm�, Murnr
December 2, 1997
Councfl President David Thune
and City Councilmembers
310 and 320 City Hall
15 West Ke(logg Boulevard
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102
3S0 Citp Halt � Telephorse: 612-266-8510
IS Weat Keltogg BoulevarJ Facsimite: 612-266-8513
Sairst Paul, MN SSIO2
Regarding: Veto of Proposed Certificate of Occupancy Ordinance and Resolution
(Council Files 97-124b and 97-1247)
Dear Council President Thune and Councilmembers:
I am returning to you, w'sth my veto, the proposal to require a Certificate of Occupancy
(C of O) for one-and two-family rental dweliings which are not occupied by the owner.
As I have said on many occasions, I agree with and support the goals of the proposed
program. The quality of rental housing in Saint Paul is an important issue and instituting a
requirement that these rental units also meet the City's building, fire and property
maintenance codes is a goal I support.
To help ensure that rental units meet these goals, we have had a very active Information
Exchange Task Force (a.k.a. Problem Properties Task Force). The Task Force's activities
and actions have regularly been reported to you and your staff. The Task Force's
accomplishments include:
Creation of a full list of probiem properties. Removal of a properiy from this list
indicates the property's problems have been solved. Some 60 properties have
been removed from the list in the past two years.
Marked improvements in building structure, and tenant and landlord behavior in
several large rental complexes—including those in the Midway, Rice Street,
Payne-Maryland and Battle Creek areas.
An increase in Task Force participation by landlord and tanant groups.
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December 2, 1998
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Nonetheless, I believe we will strengthen our neighborhoods by instituting a C of O
program that gives priority to cleady identified problem properties, specifioaUy those that
generate complaints. True problem properties shouid be the focus of any new program.
The following aze some of the flaws with the approved program:
The proposed grogram does not focus resources upon the important
issue—resgonse to complaints about and inspection of problem properties. Such
an approach'ss especially critical when we have scazce resources.
2. The proposed program is too infle�cible in its allocation of resources to the
establishment of a systematic, geographically-based, ten-yeaz inspection cycle of
properties as opposed to resources tazgeted for complaint responses. A better
approach, I believe, is to focus upon the inspection of problem properties and a
fl�ible schedule for re-inspection.
3. I have submitted a proposed budget to you and you have approved the maximum
levy for 1998. The costs of the proposed program are not included in either the
budget or the maximum levy. You have not identified budget resources to pay
for the implementation of the proposed program.
As you may recall, our staff have not reached agreement on the total costs af the
proposed program and the differences are substantial. No budget resourcas have
been identified that wouid fund even the lower program costs identified in your
staff analysis. I do not support the use of fund balances, which are one-time
revenues, for the use of an ongoing program. Nor have you shown that the
proposed fees will be adequate to cover progl costs.
Nonetheless, I will work with you to identify additional resources that could be
available for a C of O program in 1998.
On November 14, you were told of my concems with your ordinance and that, if passed
without modification, it would be subject to my veto. Since then, my staff has attempted
to work with you on alternatives that address the weaknesses of the proposed program.
Unfortunately, our attempts to find common ground were unsuccess£ul. Regrettably, then,
I veto the actions you have taken because yaur approach has significant weaknesses and
better alternatives are avai(able to accomplish our joint goals.
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December 2, 1998
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This veto should not halt the development and consideration of a workable and successful
C of O program. I invite you to work with me to design a new proposal, one that focuses
upon problem properties, and one that can be submitted to you in early January, 1998.
Sincerely,
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Norm Coleman
Mayor
c: Peg Buk
Phil Byme
Steve Christie
Roger Curtis
Fire Chief Fuller
Peter Hames
Tim Manc
Joe Reid
Barb Renshaw
Gerry Strathman
Assistant Fire Chief Gary Trudeau
Fire Marshall Steve Zaccard
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Please de{iver immediately to:
of:
Fax number:
Voice number:
Fax received from:
of:
Fax number:
volce numDer:
Date:
St. Paul City Counci! Members
266857d
Rawiie R. Sufiivan
(612)6A9-0111
(612)649-0111
11J12/97
Time: 8:14:41 AM
Number of Pages: 1
Subject: Certificate of Occupancy Program
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a are many valid questions at�out this ordinance which Ms. Megard has not
�red to answer before bringing this bill before the council. There are many
owners who care for their renters and take care of this property. if this bill is
�d in it's present form these owners wiii be penalized for caring. Send this bill
for SERIOUS REVISION!
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November 12,1997
To: St. Paul City CounCil Members
From: Mary Kay Sullivan
2211 Dayton Avenue
5t. Paut, Mn 55104
Re: fJrdinance rzc}uicing Cert�ftcate of Occupancy Program for one� and two- wxit
dwellings
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Aiier reading'fhe pxoposal re�azdin� tlus oXClinsncc+, 1 do not ehink thut it is scilTiciently dc&ncd to
pass at this time.. As far ss I can tell the requireazents on the owners of s�zch rental properties aze
ambiguous aad dependent on the perticnlar inspector. Many older houses cennot possibly meet some
o�today's standards, but are fine and well-mamtained dwelling places. i also do not believe it to be �
good orclinance in its preseut fazm. Much oL the ihrust uf the ordinance seerras to be
to upgrAde shideat honsing. While this may be imporiasst, it should not be sn ord'mance which
peualizes the rsmaiuzder of the population.
I'he rents� wut whicfl my husbamd and i own is a ho�ase built in 1909. While rt is a comfartabie
d�veUing, u does bave its own set of idiosyncrasies which may zzoi meet today's standards. We rent
tv a smg(e woman whn hne dweh Ihere for uwre than ifi years. 'The hUUSe is on the same lot ss our
awn home, so we are constanfly awaze of any difficulties that may occur. If certain structural
irregularities aze presem, tJaaey would be imposszble or financ3atly prohibifSve tv change. "I7ien we
couf¬ a6ford co ren[ the gropetry and the woman wouid be out of a horae.. She does consider this
her home aad treats h as such.
The ordinance seems to penalize people tike us who IDO maiatan� their properties by having ta pay
inspectiou fees ott a consistent basis in order to "catch " those who do NQ�' maintain their
prvperties. I am siue there are abuses per�et�ated by some landlords, but must we all be puaisHed?
tiver the ten years we have lived at oizr present address, we have been awaxe af xqany zou7n�,
vio�ations having to do with the niunber of unrelated aduits tivin� in A g;ven unn--thexe are 5 and 6
studebxs in sozne houses, I fiave even had patents tell me of t8eir son or daug�ter living �vith several
others and have asked if they realized this was a code violation,, 'x'he- respanse was that they did not
and it was ztot iin�purtant any�vay,
When 1 oalled Bobb,y Megard's olTice. I suggested thet a referral systsm m;ght be hetter requit;ng
evezyone to be inspected, I was fold thae this was not fair becnuse people were uot being "treated
equally". What is the faiz�aess in pvaishing {by fees, etc,) ihose who mamtain their re�tal properties
because sorne peopie du uot? Cou1J nvt the ortlinxnce be written in Such a way that thOSe whv tent
propezties in substandard condition and ue referred either by the inhab3tants or others then be-
iusQected sad reqaired to chanQe the condition of their property?
Please consider the rsanficatious to landiords sucla as us who try k�azd ta keep iheir
Px+>P��� � good cvndition, who naake au ell'ort to kccp tkeir rents reasonabte, �d work
�ith their tenants in maintazuiug the homes in our area. Dp NOT PA.SS this or.dinance!
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MINNBSOTA-NORTH �AKOTA-SOU111 BAKOTA
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Mayor Norm Coleman
390 City Hall
St Paui, MN 55102
Re: Certiticate of Q'ccnpancy Inspeetton Program for Rental Single FamilyiDapleaes
Dear Mayor Coleman:
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The Sheet Metal, Air Condifloning & Roofing Contractars Association of Minnesota (5MARCA} is a
trade association representing more than 175 heating and ventilating contractors in the Twin Cities metro
area.
We support the Certificate of Occupancy Tnspection Program. 'I'his prograzn is vital to maintain safe
housing in the City of St. Paul. This program of basic safety inspecfions of St. Paul's rentai housing
stock is important to the city, to the resale ability of its housing stock, and to the safety of its ci6zens.
The recent axticles in the Star Tribune on moistiuelvenrilalion pzobletns in homes and last winter's
carbon monoxide deaths in Minnesota show the vitat need for such periodic inspecrioas, including a
safety inspection of the heating systems.
In order ta have a quality inspecfion program that provides the needed inspections, the city must aiso
adequately staff the program. To estabiish the Certificate of Occupancy Inspection Program, while
cutting its unplementation� short changes the great citizens of 3t. Paul.
Again, SMARCA strongly supQorts the Certificate of Occupancy Inspection Progratn.
Sinceraly,
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aznes E. ' am
Chief Executive Officer
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PETER L M4E, Mesident • STEVEq J. MCGR/�iN. Vla Prosidsrrt • SERRY L. HVTCMN50N, S�rnbry•Troasurx� N08FRT 0. McDOWALI„ Poft GresldeM
TNOMA9 J. BROGAN •C1IARLE$ l. flSHER • BRUCE A NASSEIBRiND • NENNEiH P..fOHNSOH • L4RAY C. JORDAN • CNRISTOPHER & LEE
DAND O. MCFARtANE •]LMES R. MYER3. LEROY L 5lUitER • ANTXONV M.9ROAREIU • 1. JOHN T9711S, J0. •JOIM H.7MEN
8nee1 Ns1N. Mr Candklooh+G
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November 11, 1997
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CITY OF SAINf PAUL
TO: Council President Dave Thune
Councilmember Ierry Blakey
Counciimember Dan Bostrom
Counciimember Joe Collins
` Councilmerr►ber Mike Herris
Cow�cilmembor Bobbi Megard
Councilmeim� G�ladys Morton
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At the October 22, 1997, public hearing on the ordina�ce to acpand the fire departmem's e�cisting
cenificate of occupancy inspection prog�am to incl�de 1- or 2-family rental dwetlings,
Counciimember Hanis req,,msted a aetailed Ust of what the codes require of these dweUings. That
list is attached,
Ca Tias Fiilla
Gary Trudeau
Rogsr Cnrtis
Chuck Votel
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��F AND TH/p UNIT RENTqI py�E�L�NGS
PRE-INgpECT10N CHECKLIST
For oN,�ers/managerS of r
e�tal propeny of one or two unn dweilings.
S��TATI
e��mai f�g9 or etuse� shail be maintained tree of accumulated garbage, tr
GRADINQ AND D qq�NAGE - ash, solid waste,
��'�'eY from ocCUpietl A �� p�emises shail be
structures and gradetl and malntain
GROUNO mjnim►ze the ac cumularion of ed so as
COVER - water to dra�� �„�ater
erosion, dust E � e7 y ���Centi8l � on such premises.
cov e ^d mud by suitable lan p emises shall be malntalned '
by t e or by p m wrth asphal concr� w�th g�ass, trees, Shrubs a condition to
enfo�c Y offi �e or b control
cer. Y such other suitabfe � �Ther p�antea r
G�ASS AND means as shall be $�und
WEEDg - Gras,q and w PAroved
INSE�rg eeds shaU noi be more than
and/o� �� RODENT INFESTq�ry 8 j�ches in herght.
e�iminate any infe � ' �t shap
eccessory structures o �ation pf �� be the resportsibilit
n the p�s• rodents or other y� the owner to control
Premiy�s. pests in all
ACCESSaRY STRUCT �terior areas and
gara8es, sheds and f URES - q�� aCCesso
exterior wood S� ences, shell be ry � ru �ures inciudin
and d ff ��. other than d�amaintained streioturall g' but no iimited
SeN�ce ey bY p ��� t � is not lead-ba ed �� w y Sound and �� Yo, detached
doors to r oods, shafl be p�pfected frp�od repair, q��
esidential garages hali be 8fn or by other � m the etements
� MATERIq�g _ Provided with p°tective coverin
securin9 locics, 9 �r treatmenY.
boxes, cenons or �t shall be un►aw;u►
end other ite �ther contarners, to accumulate antl
m$ m such m�hinery, scra store b�i�d�
manner as to consritute P metal, j�nk, raw 9 rnateriai , lu
F �REINOOD _ a nuiSanCg O �p material, fabricated mber,
fe6t frpm a h P`1eS �� firew0oq gy � dent harborage. 800tls
abitable building, be more
rhan 5 feet in heigryt antl not closer than 7p
REFq�
or otheG �p�t��'�� ACCESStBLE CONV
when closad, • s ufficiertt�y lar TAINEqg - It shall be unlawful to
or latches, to be exppy� 8e to retain a �hild and w(th
ehd eCCessib�e to childr doors whiCh astent a refri
� withoui rem 9efator
EXTE ov�� automalically
RIOR SfDEyyp�K WAL 9 the doors, litls, hin8es
KW qYS AND STAIRS _
A�� sidewalks, wa�kv„a e�� exterior
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sLairs shali he maintained in a safe, sound condition, free of defacts and hazards.
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MIXED MUNIqPAL SOUD WASTE STORAGE AND REMOVAL. - Every tesideoce buitding Shafl
be supptietl writ� approved coniainers which are of sufficient quantity and capacity to store a11
ihe mixed municipal soiid wsste from the unit and which ere equipped with tight-fStting covers
for Storsge of mixed municipal soiid waste. Mixed municipai solid waste sha11 be collecLed at
teast weekly by s licensed refuse hauler. !n afl tesidencs bvildings, it shall be ihe rssponsibiUty
of the ownet to provide the containers and contract with a ifcensed hauler for collection ot the
mixed munlcipal salid wasta.
IXTER(S�e AF BUILDIht3
ADOF�SS MIMBERS - Must be cieariy readable from the street, and alley if appiicable, both day
and Mght. (See attachment HN-1.)
RAINLEADERS - Disconnect if drafned into city sewer.
RpQF - Must be tight, without lesks.
EXTERIOR WALLSlPAINT - Ext�for suffaces other than decay-resistant wood must be painted
with non-teed-bassd paint. {Scraped and primed where pee)ing.}
STAIRSlPORGHES/DECKS - Must be ma�ntained in sound condition and good repair.
Betus[rades and guardrsils no mofe than nine inChes {9"} apatt must be installed on
stairwaysiporchesldecks more than thirty inches (30"} above grade.
RAILS - Handraits and belustrades required on stairs w9th four or more risers and must be
maintafned in good condition.
DOORS - Must be in sound condition and good �epair, capable of being easily apened from the
inside without the use of a key. tSingie-family and Frsc floor of duplexes can be equipped with
double-cylind9r desdboits.)
WMIDOWS - Must be in SounC condition, have no hroken glass, have ha�dware to hotd In the
"open" poskion, fit tight withi� the ftame, and secure locking mechanism. ilocks required on
every window up to and including second story or accessible by fire escape, stairs, etc.1
Windaws can be equipped with bars for security if they ars not required "egress wi�dows."
Windows musi be equipped with screens.
GARBAGE CONTAINERS - Owners are required to furnish sufficisnt containers w;th lids and
weekiy garba�e piCk-op {also ses Pubiic Works Ordi�anca for Recyciing requirementsM•
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P4ST CERTfFiCATE OP OCCUPANCYlOWNER lNFORMATION - Must be posted near the front
door so it cen be read itom outside the bullding. Owner informatian and emergency contacts
are pra-printed on Certifficate of Occupancy for yau.
WALLStFLOQRSlPAINT - Must be maintained ciean, paintad, and in a protessionsi state ot
repair.
STAtRSJRA#LS - Same specificetionS as exterior stafrs.
EXTERMiNAT10111- Ow�ers ate responsible to exterminate insects and rodsnts in alt areas of
the buildtng and premises.
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EVACUATION PLANNING - Owners are urged to develop end fumish to the occupants an
approved emergency evacuatfon plan.
FIRE IXTIHtiU1SHERS
FIRE EXTINCiU1SHERS - A 2A708C fire extinguisher should be availab4e near an exit from the
dwelling.
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ESCAPE WMiDOWS - One window from each sleeping room must be easily openable trom the
inside. Some security grates and bars have mechanisms that open easily fram inside. These
windows must have a nat giazed area of five point seven t5.7? square feet, minimum net ciear
opanabie height tlimension o4 twenty-four inches i24"), minimum net ctear openable width
dimenslon o} twenty inChes (2Q"), and a sill-side height af �o more than fony-eighY inChes (48"!
above the floor. Area wells must meet minimum sizes (See Bu+)ding Department directive and
EW-1 Attechment.)
EXIT 09STRUCTIbNS - All axits to the bu;tding must be unobstructed at atl items. No storage
is aflowed in stairweils, Corridors, oT in front of doors.
EXIT ILLUMINATION - Aii aommon halis and fnside stairways must be iit with a minimum
illuminatlon of ane foot-candle per s�uare foot. Exterior exits and entryways are required to
be iilumin8ted a minimum of vne footCa�dte at grade level,
PLUMBINQISHINER - Kitchen sinks, hand sinks, bathtub. showers, toifets or urinals must be
suppfiad wlth tunning water, adequate hot water where appiicable, and must be connected to
the sewer and water system in accordance with atl provistons of the Plum6ing Code.
COMBUSTIBLE STORA6EtFURNACE ROOM - Combustible storaga should not be in
any foom COniafning furnace, heating, mecheniCal, or electricat equipment.
1NCINERATOR5 - Not sllowed unlsss PCA-approved and Capable ot burning over 7,000 pounds
per hottr.
FURNACE/HEATING PLANT - Nlust be capable of providing heat at 68 dagrees five feet above
the floor in eny srea of tfie dwelling. Installatian, repair, or elteration of an heating equipment
must be done by a licensed contractor under permit from the Buitding Inspection and �esign
Division. Upon renewat of the Certificate of O�cupancy, a form witl be provided the
owner/manager whiCh must be filled out by a iicensed contractor verifying that tha heating
system or space hsater has been serviced and is free ot carbon manoxide spillage. ISee RH-1
attachment.)
WATER HEATER - Must be capable of supplying adequate hot water at a minimum temperature
of 120 deprees and a mauimum af 130 degrees at every kiLChen sink, tub, shower, and laundry
facitity. All repairs or alterations must be made un0er permit from the Buifding Inspection antl
Design Division by 81iCensed contrector ln accordance with the Plumbing Code.
GAS COIVNEC770NS - Flexible conneCtors on stoves or drya�s must be AGA appraved double-
walletl. Singte-walled connectors that are kinkad. damaged. or cotroded must be replaced.
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ELECTAJCAL - Se►vice must bs adequate to serve needs of occupants and maintained in
accordance with the Electrical Code. Every room 120 square feet or less must have at least
two duplex outleis. One sddiiional outlet Is required for sach additianal 80 square faet.
Kftchens must have at least three dupiex outlets, ons of which must be supplied by a separate
20-amp circuit. Any new outlet instaUed within a six-foot radius of a kitchen snk must be
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters tGFI}. Every pubiic hall, water ctoset, bathroom, iaundry, or
fumaCe room must contain at least one electric ligM fixture. Bathroam and laundry rooms must
contain one light fixture and one dupie�c outiet, The taundry room outlet must be within six feet
of the laundry appliance o� a separate 20-amp circuit. The outie# in the bathroom must be GFI.
Extsting outlets in bathrooms must be converted to a GFI or removed. AII metallio fixtures
wtthin ftve feet t5'} hor{zontally or efght feet (8'► verticaNy of grounded surfaces shafl be
graut►ded.
ALL FACILITIES AND E4LfiPMENT - AN required and supplied equipment and aii building spaces
and parts must be constructed and maintained to properly and sately perform their intended
function. IAn air condiiioner is not required; but it provided, must work,)
WOUDSTOVES - Are not aflowed in residential garages or aress where flammabfe Iiqulds or
vapors are present.
GASOLINE STORAGE - No gasoline or other ftammable liquid can be stored in a residentiat
building unless stored in e�ne-hour. ftre-reted room or approved fire-rated cabinet. Flammabie
liquids can never be stored in a room with a suurce of ignition, such as a furnace, water heater,
etc.
COHDEMNATIQN/UMfl7 - A dwellfng unit or entire building may be condemned when it is
determined to be uninhabiiable or a hazard to the safety or welfare of the tenanttsl.
LNITS - DwEL�ING
SMOKE DETEC7dRS - State ststute requires an operabls smoke detector provided and
maiMained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions outside each sleeping area ot
the rental unit. 8ettery or eteCtric smoke detectors are allowed, hut eteciric are recommended.
Smoke detectors must be testetl at least monthly, and batteries should be replaced annuaily.
(See SD-1 attachment.►
DEAdBOL7 LdCKSlDOORS - Entry doors must be equipped with one-inch (1 "} approved single-
cyllnder deadbolt locks. Existing 518" deadholt locks may remafn on solid core wood doors,
metal doors, and 3/4" panet doors wiih a six-inch IB") extsnded strikeplate for wood-frame
doors. Doors must be substantially secu►e from Nlega� entry, and if reptaced, must be replaeed
with solid core, solid wood 3t4" panel or a metal door with metat frames. Hinges must be
placed on the inside of the door. Doors of single-tamily and grade ievels of duplexes may be
equipped wlth doublg-cyllnder deadbolts, but owne�s must warn occupants of potential fire
hazards. iSee AD-7 attachment.)
PAT101GUDER DOORS AND WINDOWS - A removable track filler or key-operated vertical or
horizontal bolt ►ack on patio and gfider windows is reQuired. A wood titler strip or removable
sCrew in upper track of windows should be installed to prevent them from being lifted out of
ttack.
FLOORSM►ALLSlPA1NTlCAHlN@TSlWOODWORK - Must tse in sound condition and good repair.
AII paini must be non lead-bassd. My peeling or flaking paint must be removed and repai�ted.
WIIYDOW LOCKS - All windows must be equipped with secure focks.
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SPACE HEA7'�RS - SubJect to atl requiremer►ts of servicing/cleaning (see �urnacelHeating Plant}
and must be ssrviced by a licensed contraetor and proof furnished during Geri�flcate of
Occupancy renewai. Atl regufations ot the Mechanical Code must be applied.
BATNROOM L1GHTtVENTilAT10H - Every batfiroom must hava a window openabie to the
auiside, a minimum s)ze of eight psrcent (6%3 of ths total tioar area of irie room, or an
epproved mechanical ventliatton system.
TOILET/HAND SINKfTUBlSHOWEA - Each dwetling u�it musi contain a bathroom with toilet,
hand sink, and tuh ar shower instaUed and maintained in accordance with tha Plumbing Code.
BATHROOM FLOQR - Must ba imp�vious to water. Carpeting not ailowed. Cracks or missing
ti18s tnust be rep8ired/tepleCed.
KITCHEN SINK - Every dwelHng unit shali contain a kitchen sink apart from the handsink
requirement in the bathroom.
ElECTRICAI OUTIETS - 58e Electricat.
EXl'�MSION COROS - Not allowed for permanent wi�ing. Those extension cords with
circuit breekers 8re elso not legal. The overload on the wiring in the wall produces heai and
can be a flre hazard.
OCCUPANT LOAD - Dweiling units must contain the following:
TOTAL UNIT (iROSS FLOOR AREA
1 occupant - 150 square feet
2 or more oCCUpents - 100 square feet per person
GROS$ SLEEPING ROOM/FLOOR AREA
1 occupent - 70 squere feet
2 or more ocCUpants - 50 square feet per person
TENAMT SANITATIQNtRE3PONSIBtLiTiES - Occupants ars requlred to msiniain the;r unit in a
clean and sa�itary condkfon and dispose of refuse in the containers provided by the owner.
They are also required to keep supplfed fixtures clean and sanitary and use reasonabte care in
thei� use and operation. ffi they furnish Sny fixtu►es of their own, they must be instalted and
maintained in accordanca with the Building Code.
PRt1lATE WELIS - In all dwellings or muitiple dweliings servicad by a private well for drinking
water purpases, CoBform bacterin and nitrate testing of water sha11 ba conducted by the
property ownsr every two t2) years. it shalt he the responsihitity of the prapsny owner.
ROOMIN6 UNITSfADdlTIQNAL REQUIREMENT5
1. Cannot contain cooking or eating facilities. (i.e., stoves, hot plates, refrigerators,
m;crowaves.}
2. A bethroom contai»ing a hand sink, toilet, and tub or shower must 6s avaifable within the
structure directly accessibie without going outside and on the same floor ar a floor
adjacent to the rooming unit. Orte bathroom must be avaiiahie for each tive persons (or
fraCtion thereofl.
3. Each sleep{ng room must contain ac ieast 70 square feet of fioor area, or 60 square feet
per person far iwo or more peopla.
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4. Owners ars responsibie for weekly changes of supplied linsns and towets.
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Every rooming unit must be supplied wtth shades, drapes, or other materiats affording
privaCy.
Owners ate responsibie for sanitary mairtten8nce ofi wa8s, fioors, ceilingS, and for
maintenance of eii supplied equipme�t.
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October 21, 1997
Davs Thune, Council President
St Paul Gity Councii
Offics of the City
310 A Ciiy Halt
15 W. Keliogg
St Paut, MN 551�2
Dear Councii President Thune,
q�1- t �.��t
Thomas • Dale
DisYricY 7 Communify Council, Inc.
z� '369 Univezsity Avenve
St. Pau1, MN SS1Q3
PH: (612} 298-5068
FAX: (612) 29&-5072
The �istricf 7 Planning Councii at their Physical Pianning meefing held on Ocfober 14, revie�Ned the
CarG�cate of Occupancy proposal before you at the City Council.
The committee passed the foilow+ng motion that wilf go to our Board on Thursday October 23 for their revie�rr
Motion;
That the Districf 7 Planning Council conditionally endorses ihe proposed CerUficate of 6ccupancy proposai
for renter occupied single family homes and dupiex psoperties within tfie City ofi St Paui. We wouid i'ske to
sea ihe following concems/additions made to the ordinancs:
1) That the propased rentai Gcsnsing inspect+on plan, which shows that the Thomas Dale community
would rmt ceceive its initial inspection urrUl the year 2004-05> is nof acceptable. This proposed scheduie
wouid delay re�tai inspec6on in our community beyond the point oi heing effective.
2) That in conjunc6on wifh arry Certificate of Occupancy inspecfian program there needs to 6e
resources avaifable for iandlords to be able to make needed repairs to their propetty in order to keep families
from bei�g displaced firom su6standard housing without malting allowancss fior that housing #0 4e repaired.
3)1'he ciiy should at� take this oppartunity to require landlords and rnmers of singie fiamiiy,
dupiex, tripte� and muiii-iamiiy rental properties to be licensed. Licansing of ptopedy ownets aod tentai
agents wouid give added pro#ection to both communities and tenants when trying to rectify problam
prope�ies that they may own or opetate. -"
While theThomas Dale community could stand to benefit great{y from a reMal certificate of occupancf program,
we are concamed ihai this program not resu{t in the further foss of property wifihin in our several
neighborhoods. Our organization pfedges to wo�k close{y wiih ihe cify of SL Paui and its inspectior�s
department to ensure that any such program is implemented fairiy and that resources are made availab(e to
make cartain tfiat property is repaired, not just removed or demolished if found to 6e substandard upon
inspection. Thank you for your considertion of our comments and atten6on to this ptoposai. P4ease fee! free
to contact our stafF at 298-5068 if you need arry fudher information regarding our position.
Sincerety, .
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6regory Ray
Chair
DisUict l Pfaning Councii Board
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BUSINES5 REVIEW COUNCII,
�ib"am Cosgriff, Ckair
CITY OP SAII�'T PAUL
Narm Coleman
LOWRPPROF�SSIONAL BUbDII7G
Suite 300
350SC Petsr Sbee[
SaintPmtl Minnesota55102-I510
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Telephone: 61 L2G6A090
Facsimile: 612Z66-9099
612-Y669124
RESOLUTION
SAINT PAUL BUSINESS REVIEW COUNCIL
Fresented By: Mazk Mceller
Seconded Sy: Julie Hoff
Date: November 6,1997
WE�EREAS, The Saint Paul Business Review Council (BRC) has tharoughly analyzed and discussed the proposal
reqturuig a Certificate of Occupancy {C of O) for One and Two Family Rental Units, and
WHEREAS, the BRC has determined that there aze significam community development opporiunities contribuCing
to the economic vitality, health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Saint Paul in the proposal.
NOW, TFiEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the SRC endorses requiring a Certificate of Occupancy for One
and Two Family Rental Units with the following provisions:
■ That the program will focus on problem One and Two Unit Rerrtal Properties including, but nat limited to,
those properties which: consume excessive Police and Fire Depariment resources; generate complai�s;
have a history of non-compliance; are tax delinquent; have been referred by a Community Council; or
have a below mazket average tas assessment value for campazable properiy.
That the program will maintain a fleacible Certificate of Occupancy renewal period ranging from one yeaz
to &ve yeazs based on the individuai candition and needs of the properry.
BE IT FiJRTHER RESOLVED, that the BRC encourages the Mayar and the City Councii to implement the new
Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Family Rental Units by focusing on the properties with the greatest
need rather than the geographic approach enumerated in the Resolution submitted by Councilmember Megard and
Councilmember Bostrom.
NOW BE IT FINALLY RFSOLVED, that the BRC recommends staffing, funding and fee decisions associated
with the Certificate of Occupancy for One and Two Unit Rental Properties be implemented by the appropriate
City adminisuation and staff.
Adopted by the BRC: November 6,1997
Resolurion adopted 14-0 with no abstentions:
Signed: �' . , - 7Z.
William Cosgrif� C
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Tr 'IberYson, Staff to the BRC