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RESOLUTION
CITY OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESO
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Presented By
Referred To Committee: Date
WHEREAS, the Division of Public Health has requested the City Council to hold
public hearings to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering the repair or wrecking
and removal of a one story, wood frame, dilapidated, deteriorated, condemned, rotting and
separating, single family structure with a detached deteriorated dangerous garage located on
property hereinafter refened to as the "Subject Property" and commonly known as 1566
Point Douglas Road. This property is legally described as follows, to wit:
Lot 42, Block 7 Bachman Addition
WHEREAS, based upon the records in the Ramsey County Recorder's Office and
information obtained by the Division of Public Health on or before September 4, 1991 the
following are the now known interested or responsible parties for the Subject Property:
Marguerik A. I.edo, 1480 Sterling Avenue So., St. Paul, MN 55119; 7ames Savage,
Address Unknown; Carrie 7o Savage, Address Unknown; Rose Marie Walter, 1480 Sterling
Avenue South, St. Paul, MN 55119; Kathleen 7ohnson, 1279 Ripley Avenue, St. Paul, MN
55109; Ed Hitchcock, Fiitchcock Law Firm, 1465 Arcade Street, St. Paul, MN 55106;
Ramsey County Property Taxation, C/O Beatrice Backer, 15 Kellogg Blvd. W. #138, St.
Paul, MN 55102
WHEREAS, the Division of Public Health has served in accordance with the
provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code an order identified as an "Order
to Abate Nuisance Building(s)" (aka: Abandoried Building Notice with Dangerous Accessory
Structure) dated August 27, 1991 which is attached and incorporated as part of this
Resolution; and
WI�REAS, the order informed the then known interested or responsible parties that
the house and garage located on the Subject Property is a nuisance building(s) pursuant to
Sections 45.02, Subd. 8 and a nuisance pursuant to Chapter 45.03 Subd. 7; and
WHEREAS, this order informed the interested or responsible parties that they must
either repair or demolish the structure located on the Subject Property by September 27,
1991; and
WHEREAS, an extension was granted on September 27, 1991 until October 26,
1991; and �
WHEREAS, the enforcement officer has posted a placard on the Subject Property
declaring this building(s) to constitute a nuisance condition, subject to demolition; and
��������� WI�REAS, this nuisance condition has not been conected and the Division of Public �
Health has requested that the City Clerk schedule public hearings before the Neighborhood �I"%/a.?Y'�2
Services Committee of the Cit y Council and the Saint Paul Cit y Council; and
WHEREAS, the interested and responsible parties have been served notice in
accordance with the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, of the time,
date, place and purpose of theses public hearings; and
WI�REAS, a hearing was held before the Neighborhood Services Committee of the
Saint Paul City Council on Wednesday, December 4, 1991 to hear testimony and evidence,
and after receiving testimony and evidence, made the recommendation to approve the request
by the Division of Public Health to order the interested or responsible parties to make the
Subject Property safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and
remQVe its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure in accordance
with all applicable codes and ordinances, Qr in the alternative by demolishing and removing
the structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The rehabilitation or
demolition of the structure to be completed within�tq.(.�9�of the date of the publication of
this resolution; and �:��f{�,, C,s)
WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Saint Paul City Council on Tuesday,
December 10, 1991 and a11 testimony and evidence including the action taken by the
Neighborhood Services Committee was considered by the Council; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that based upon all of the testimony and
evidence presented at the above referenced public hearings, the Saint Paul City Council
hereby adopts the following Findings and Order concerning the Subject Property at 1566
Point Douglas Road South:
1. That the building(s) located on the Subject Property comprise a nuisance
condition as defined in Saint Paul Legislative Code, Chapter 45.02 Subd.8.
2. That the costs of demolition and removal of this building(s) is estimated to
exceed three thousand dollars ($3,000.00).
3. That there now exists and has existed multiple Housing or Building code
violations at the Subject Property.
4. That an Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) (aka: Abandoned Building Notice
with Dangerous Accessory Structure) was sent to the then known responsible
parties to conect the deficiencies or to demolish and remove the building(s).
5. That the deficiencies causing this nuisance condition have not been conected.
6. That the Division of Public Health has posted a placard on the Subject
Property which declares it to be a nuisance condition subject to demolition.
7. That this building has been routinely monitored by the Vacant/Nuisance
Buildings Code Enforcement Program.
8. That the known interested parties and owners are as previously stated in this
resolution and that they have been properly served notice of the public
hearings.
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The Saint Paul City Council hereby makes the following order:
1. The above referenced interested or responsible parties shall make the Subject
Property safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and
welfaze and remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating
this structure and correcting all deficiencies as prescribed in the above
� referenced Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) (aka: Abandoned Building
Notice with Dangerous Accessory Structure) in accordance with all applicable
codes and ordinances, c�r in the alternative by.demolishing and removing the .
structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The
rehabilitation or demolition arid removal of the structure must be completed
within ' ys of the date of the publication of this resolution.
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2. If the above corrective action is not completed within this period of time the
City of Saint Paul, Division of Public Healtti is hereby authorized to take
whatever steps are necessary to demolish and remove this structure and fill the
site and charge the costs incurred against the Subject Property pursuant to the
provisions of Section 45.08 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code.
3. In the event the building is to be demolished and removed by the City of Saint
Paul, all personal property or fixtures of any kind which shall unreasonably
interfere with the demolition and removal shall be removed from the building
by the responsible parties by the end of this time period. If the personal
property is not removed, tfie City of Saint Paul shall remove and dispose of
such property and fixtures as is provided by law.
4. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED, that a copy of this resolution be mailed to the
last known address of the owners and interested parties in accordance with
Section 45.11, Subd.6 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code.
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Approved yor: E� 1991_ Council
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PARTMENTlOFFICE/COUNpI DATE INITIATED , /
Community Services 11-zo-9� GREEN SHE T No. �272 �
CONTACT PERSON�PHONE mw�TE INITIAUDATE
DEPARTMENT DIRE �CITY COUNqI
Charles Votel 298-4153 � �� C ATfORNEY �CITV CLERK
MUST BE ON COUNCIL ACiENDA BY(DATE) p0UT1Np DOET pIRECTOR �FIN.3 AA4T.SERVICES DIR.
December 10, 199�. MAYOR(OR ASSISTANn �
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ACT10N REGUESTED:
City Council to pasa this resolution which will order the owner to ren►ove or repair the
referenced building(s) within thirty (30) daye from the mailing of this reaolution. If
the owner fails to comply with the resolution, ths City will be suthoriz�d to remove the
building. The subject property ie located at 1566 Point Dougl�s Road.
RECOMMENDATIONS:Approve(�a Rsject(F'� COUNCIL COMMITTEE/RESEARpI i�
_PLANNINO OOMMISSION _GVIL SERVIC�COMMISSION """�Y� "°. RECE11/ED
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INITIAT1Np PR08LEM,138UE,OPPORTUNITY(Who,Whet,When,WMrs,Wh�:
ThiB buildinq(e) ie a nuisance building(s) as defined in Chapt�r 45 and a vacant building
as defined in Chapter 43 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. The ownera, intereated
parties and reeponeible parties known to the Enforcement Officer were given an oraer to
repair or remove the building at 1566 Point Douglas Road South by September 27, 1991, and
have failed to comply with those orders.
R�CEIVED
ADVANTAOE8 IF APPROVED: �O�/ n '�(�
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RECEIVED
The City will eliminate a nuisance. MpYOaS OfFICE
oEC 0 31991
��T1' CLERK
DISAOVANTA�ES iF APPROVED:
The City will spend funde to wreck and remove thie buildinq{s). These costs will be
aasessed to the property, collected as a special assesem'ent against the property taxes.
DISADVMITAOE3 IF NOT APPROVED:
A nuisance condition will remain unabated in the City. Thie bu�lding(s) will continue to
bliqht the community.
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TOTAL AMOUNT OF TRANSACTION = F•�•,•,�, ••��•,••�_ COST/REVENUE BUDQETED(C�iCt.E ON� � NO �
FUNDINd SOUI�E Nuisance Housinq Abatement A�y�y N��p 33261
flNANGAI INFORMATION:(EXPWN)
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'NOTEc (�AAPLETE DIRECTIONS ARE INCLUDED IN THE CiREEN 3HEET INSTRUCTION�L
MANUAL AVAILABLE IN THE PURCHASINO OFFICE(PHONE NO.298�4225).
ROUTINO ORDER:
Below are proferrod routings for the flve most frequent typss of dxumsnts:
CONTRACTS (essumes authorfzsd COUNdL RE30LUTION (Amend, Bdgta./
budget sxists) �uxept.G�ants)
1. Outaide Agency 1. Dep�rtmsM Director ,
2. InitFatin�DepartmeM 2. Budpet Director
3. City Attomey 3. Gty Attornsy
4. Msyor 4. MayoNAesistant
5. Finance&AA�mt Svca. Director 5. qty Council
6. Fnance AccouMing 8. Chtef Aa�untant.Fln 8 Mgmt Svca.
ADMlN13TRATIVE ORDER (�, COUNCIL RE30LUTION (��)�N�
1. Activity Manager 1. Initiating DepartmeM Director
2. DspaRmern Accountent 2• CdtY�ttw^eY
3. DspartmeM Dlrsctor 3. MayoNAaistaM
4. Budget DireCtor 4. City COUnCiI
5. dty Clerk `
6. Chisf AccountaM, Fin d�Mgmt Svca. -
ADMIN13TfiATIVE ORDERS (e11 ahsrs)
1. IniUating D�paRmeM
2. qry Attornsy
3. Mayor/aesiatant
4. Gty Clerk
TOTAL NUMBER OF SI(iNATURE PAOES
Indicate ths fi�of pagea on wh�h signatures are required and peperclip
e�h of theee a�.
ACTION RE�UE3TED
D�cribe what ths proj�ct/nqueet(aesks to accompNsh in eithor chronologi-
cal order or ader of importance.vlrhfchevsr Is nbst�ppropriats for ths
issus. Do r�write compl�ts ssMonces.8spin each item in your Ust with
a verb.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Complsts If the isws in qu�tion has besn preesM�d bsfore am►body� Public
or private.
3UPPORTS WHICH COUNqL OBJECTIVE?
�ndk:ate wrdcn ca,nci�obl�(�)r��wa1��4uest supports by usan�
thm key word(s)(HOU31N0, RECREATION, NEKiHBORHOODS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT,
BUDCiET, SEWER SEPARATION).(3EE f�MPLETE U3T IN IN3TRUCTIONAL MANUAL.)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE/RE3EARCH REPORT-OPTIONAL AS REGiUE3TED BY COUNCIL
INITIATING PROBLEM, 13SUE,OPPORTUNITY
Ex�ain ths situa�ion or caMiNons that created a need for your proJect
or roque�.
ADVANTAOES IF APPROVED
Indicate whsther fhis ia�mpy an annual Dudp�t procedure required by law/
chartar or whsther thKS are speciflc in wh�h ths Gry of Saint Paul
end Rs citizsns will bsnsfit irom this p��t/action.
DISADVANTACiES IF APPROVED
What neyativs sflects or mejor changes to sxisting w past procssaes migM
this projectlrequat producs if R is passed(s.g.,traHic delays� �oise.
tex Increasss a a�ments)�To Whom?Whsn?For how bng?
DISADVANTACiE3 IF NOT APPROVED
What will be ths rNpative consequetx;es ff the promiaed action is not
approved?InabiNty to delivsr senrice?Contfnued high traific, noise,
accideM r�te9 Loss of revenue4
FlNANqAL IMPACT
Althouph you must tailor the informatlon y�ou provide hers to the issue you
ue addressinq, in pansral you muet answsr two questions: How much is it
going to cost?Who is going to�yT
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNTfY SERVICES �J��i ���r�
Roy Garta,Director v���� ��'
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CTI�Y OF SAIlV�I� PAUL DMSION OF PUBLIC HEALTH HOUSING CODE PROGRAMS
James Scheibel, Mayor SSS Cedar Street 612-292-7771
Saint Paul,MN SS101-2260
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November 20, 1991 RECEIVED
Nov 211g91
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS ���y CLERK
Council President and
Members of the City Council
The Division of Public Health, Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Enforcement Unit has requested
the City Clerk schedule public hearings to consider a resolution ordering the repair or
removal of the nuisance building(s) located at:
1566 Point Douglas Road South
The City Clerk has scheduled the date of these he,arings as follows:
Neighborhood Services Committee - Wednesday, December 4, 1991
City Council - 1�uesday, December 10, 1991
The owners and responsible parties of record are:
Name and Last Known Address Interest
Marguerik A. Ledo Fee owner per ta�� statement and Owners
1480 Sterling Avenue So. and Encumbrance Report; Vendor on
St. Paul, MN 55119 Contract for Deed
James Savage Vendee on Contract for Deed
Address Unknown
Carrie 7o Savage Vendee on Contract for Deed
Address Unknown
Rose Marie Walter Fee owner per Registered Property
1480 Sterling Avenue South Abstract
St. Paul, MN 55119
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(612) 292-7771
JAMES SCHSIBEL
MAYOR
September 27, 1991
Kathleen Johnson
1279 Ripley Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55109
- RE: Extension of Deadline for Abandoned Building Notice
with Dangerous Accessory Structure
Dear Ms. Johnson:
This letter is to confirm our conversation and agreement made in meeting at 1566 Point
Douglas Road South. You are hereby granted a thirty (30) day extension to the above
referenced notice. This new deadline is now October 26, 1991.
I am also enclosing a copy of the condemnation and the above referenced notice.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 298-4153.
Sincerely,
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Dennis Senty
VacandNuisance Buildings Code Enforcement Unit
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cc: Edward Hitchcock
Rose Marie Walter and Mazguerite A. Ledo
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Notcie of Public Hearing - 1566 Point Douglas Road �
. November 20, 1991
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Name and Last Known Address Interest
Kathleen Johnson Tax payer per tax statement
1279 Ripley Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55109
Ed Hitchcock Attorney for Kathleen Johnson
Hitchcock Law Firm
1465 Arcade Street
St. Paul, MN 55106
Ramsey County Property Ta�cation Lienholder for delinquent taxes
C/O Beatrice Backer
15 Kellogg Blvd. W. #138
St. Paul, MN 55102
The legal description of this property is:
Lot 42, Block 7 Bachman Addition
The City of Saint Paul, Division of Public Health has declared this building(s) to constitute a
"nuisan�e" as defined by Legislative Code, Chapter 45. Th�e Division has issued an order to
the then known responsible pu-ties to eliminate this nuisance condition by conecting the
deficiencies or by razing and removing this building(s).
Inasmuch as this Order to Abate (Abandoned Building Notice with Dangerous Accessory
Structure) has not been complied with the nuisance condition remains unabated, the
community continues to suffer the blighting influence of this property. It is the
recommendation of the Division that the City Council pass a resolution ordering the
responsible parties to either repair, or demolish and remove this building in a timely manner,
and failing that, authorize the Division to proceed to demolition and removal, and to assess
all costs incurred against the real estate as a special assessment to be collected in the same
manner as taxes.
Si erely,
f�
Charles A. Votel
Program Supervisor
Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Code Enforcement
cc: Jan Gasterland, Building Inspection and Design Division
Peter Warner, City Attorneys Office
Molly O'Rourke, City Clerk
Steve 2accard, Fire Marshall
Jim Murphy, Neighborhood Services Committee
Dan Pahl, PED-Housing Division
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HEALTH
555 Cedar Street, Saint Paul,Minnesota 55101
JAMES SCHEIBEL
(612) 292-7771
MAYOR
ABANDONED BUII,DING NOTICE
WITH DANGEROUS ACCESSORY STRUCTURE
August 27, 1991
Rose Marie Walter Kathy 7ohnson
Marguerite A. Ledo 1566 Pt. Douglas Road S.
1480 Sterling Ave. So. St. Paul, MN 55119-6104
- St. Paul, MN 55119-6104
RE: 1566 Point Douglas Road South
One story, wood frame, dilapidated, deteriorated, condemned, rotting and separating,
single family structure with a detached deteriorated dangerous garage
Bachman Addition Lot 42 Blk 7
Dea; Sir or Madam:
The Pivision cf I�ubli� healtn has determinect that the above nated building is an abandoneci
buil:�:n�, �•rric� Cha�ter �5 of tt-ie Saint Paul Legislative Code deFnes as:
"any buiidiiig or portioii oi'a building which has stood witl�� an incamplete exterior
shell for longer tha�7 three (3) years or any building or portion thereof which has
stood unoccupied for longer than one (1) year and which meets one or more of the
follawing criteria;
(a) Unsecured, or
(b) boarded, or
(c) having multiple exterior Housing Code or Building Code violations, or
(d) placarded as "Unfit for Human Habitation" pursuant to Chapter 34 of the Saint
Paul Legislative Code."
The Division of Public Health has also determined that there is a dang�rous structure in the
form of a detached, deteriorated, dangerous garage accessory to the above noted building,
which Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul I.egislative Code defines as:
"any structure which is potentially dangerous to persons or property including but not
limited to:
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Abandoned Building Notice - 1566 Point Douglas Road South
August 27, 1991
Page: 2
(a) a structure which is in danger of partial or complete collapse; or
(b) a structure which has any exterior parts such as chimneys, eaves, porches,
siding, railings, or trim which are loose or in danger of falling; or
(c) a structure which has any parts such as porches, stairs, ramps, rails, balconies,
or roofs which are accessible and which are either collapsed, in danger of
collapsing, or unable to support a person."
The ordinance further states that an abandoned building and a dangerous structure are both
nuisances and may be ordered demolished and removed by the City.
NOTICE: If you do not want to have the City begin action to have the buildings torn
down, then the attached list of deficiencies must be repaired or you must demolish and
remove the buildings on or before September 27, 1991.
If you are unable to finance the conection or rehabilitation of the premises to comply with
this order, there are state and local rehabilitation programs for which you may qualify.
Information about these programs is available from the Department of Planning and
Economic I�evelopment, Rehabili.tat�on Section at (612) 228-3105. Ask to speak to a loan
officer.
If you sell, transfer or cunvey, in any manrier, the ownership or responsibility for this
property, you must within seven ('n days of such action, provide the Division of Public
Health with the names and addresses of any new owners or responsible parties.
You must also notify any new owners or responsible parties of this pending action by
the Division of Public Health.
Any repair or demolition must be completed in accordance will all applicable laws.
If the rehabilitation work is not completed or if you have not demolished and removed the
house and detached, deteriorated, dangerous garage by the above date, the Division of Public
Health will refer this matter to the City Council to receive authority to have the house and
the detached, deteriorated, dangerous garage demolished and removed. All costs incuned in
wrecldng and removing the buildings will be charged against the real estate as a special
assessment to be collected in the same manner as taxes. The City Council will schedule
public hearings to consider the necessity and advisability of ordering the buildings repaired
or demolished and removed. If public hearings become necessary, you will be notified of
the times and dates of the hearings and you will be allowed to present evidence to the City
Council.
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Abandoned Building Notice - 1566 Point Douglas Road South
August 27, 1991
Page: 3
A copy of this order will be kept on file in the City Clerk's Office and a resolution declaring
this property to be a nuisance shall be on file in the Ramsey County Recorder's Office.
Compliance with the attached list of deficiencies will remove your building from the list of
abandoned buildings but it does not mean that the buildings comply with all applicable
housing and building codes.
The date for compliance with these orders shall not be extended unless you receive written
approval from the Division of Public Health. -
If you wish to have the City demolish and remove your house and the detached, deteriorated,
dangerous garage, you may do so by requesting a consent form be sent to you from our
office to sign and return to the Division of Public Health. However, please be aware that all
owners and interested parties must sign a Consent to Raze form before the City can demolish
and remove the buildings without a City Council order. Also be aware that the cost of the
demolition, if performed by the City, would become a special assessment against the
�ruperty.
If y�u have any c��.iestions c�ncerning this matter, plea.se contact Denris Sen4.a of tlze V.cant
Buildings Secti�n between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. at (612)298-4153 for mo:e information.
Sincerely,
Charles Votel
Vacant Buildings Program Supervisor
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cc: Sherry Pemberton
Planning and Economic Development
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DEFICIENCY LIST
FOR
1566 Point Douglas Road South
August 20, 1991
All repairs and new installations must be made in accordance with the appropriate codes.
Permits must be obtained where changes and/or additions to an electrical system require
upgrading of the service size to current National Electrical Code (N.E.C.) requirements.
Some plumbing repairs may necessitate updating of the fixtures and/or piping involved. A
permit is required for any repair or new installation. Permits may be obtained from the
Building Inspection and Design Division, Room 445, City Hall.
- REMEDIAL ACTION _
The below list of deficiencies is not necessarily all the de�iciencies present in the above
referenced property. �As first remedial action, a Code Compliance Inspection must be
obtained from the Building Inspection and Design Division, Room 445, City Hall,
identifying all necessary repairs.
Electrical Service
l. TherP is a 60 amp service to a 100 amp panel.
2. The electrical service is cut at the pole.
3. The wiring, outlets and fixtures have improper installation of non-metallic sheathed
cable.
Plumbing System
4. There is an uncapped drain in the unfinished addition.
5. The gas piping on the exterior is disconnected.
6. The exterior oil tank is disconnected.
7. The well pump head is damaged and improperly wired.
Attic (viewed from the outside)
8. Appears warped, off kilter, with rotted ends. Lack of proper roofing indicates
continuing moisture damage. There are signs of rodents activities, holes chewed
through boards below eaves.
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Deficiency List - 1566 Point Douglas Road South
August 20, 1991
Page: 2
E�cterior
9. The stairways lack handrails.
10. The foundation appears to be footings only with cracked and missing mortar.
11. The exterior walls and siding is warped, rotted and lacking paint.
12. There are no screen or combination doors. -
13. The windows are ill-fitting and defective; sashes missing, portions rotted away,
missing and lacking paint.
14. The eaves and trim have portions rotted away, missing and lacking paint.
15. The roof over rear extension is missing. Roofing material is missing on main
buil�in� with exposed rotted boards.
16. 'F'here are Iarge rodent burrows evident around the foundat?on. �3�lzs ir. sidir��.
Garage
17. The doors have missing hinges and are ill-fitting. The electrical wiri�g is not to code
and the trim boards are defective.
General
18. See attached list of deficiencies dated August 26, 1991 that resulted in the structure
becoming condemned at "Unfit for Human Habitation".
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. DIVISION OF PUBLTC HEALTH
555 Ccdar Street, Saint Paul,Minnesota 55101
(612) 292-7771
JAMES SCHEIBEL
MAYOR
NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION
AND ORDER TO VACATE
AS UNFIT FOR HUMAN HABITATION
August 26, 1991
Rose Marie Walter Kathleen M. 7ohnson
Marquerite A. Ledo 1566 Point Douglas Road South
1480 Sterling Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55119-6006
St. Paul, MN 55119-6104
Dear Property Owner:
The Division of Public Health, Housing Code Enforcement Section of the City of Saint Paul,
Minnesota has determined that the dwelling and premises at 1566 Point Douglas Road South
is "Unfit for Hun:an Habitation". In accordance with Saint Paul Legislative Code�, Chapcer
34, Section 19, the premises will be placarded on August 27, 1991 and ordered vacated no
later tian August 27, 199 i.
Your attention is called to the following provisions of Section 34.19, Subsections E and F
entitled, "Vacation of Condemned�and Placarded Dwellings":
"Any dwelling or multiple dwelling which has been condemned and
placarded Unfit for Human Habitation by the enforcement of�icer shall be
vacated within a reasonable time as required by the enforcement of�cer,
and it shall be unlawful for any owner or operator to let to any person for
human habitation said dwelling, multiple dwelling or dwelling unit; and no
person shall occupy said dwelling or multiple dwelling unit which has been
condemned and placarded by the enforcement officer after the date set
forth in the placard of condemnation."
THIS DWELLING SHALL NOT AGAIN BE USED FOR HUMAN HABITATION UNTIL
WRITTEN APPROVAL IS SECURED FROM THE DIVISION OF PUBLIC HEALTH,
HOUSING CODE ENFORCEMENT SECTION.
VIOLATION LIST:
Lack of basic facilities and the severe deteriorated condition
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1566 Point Douglas Road South
August 26, 1991
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Authorization to reoccupy this/these dwelling unit(s) will not be given until it is demonstrated
that these violations have been corrected, and that this/these dwelling(s) have been made to
comply with all applicable provisions of the Housing Code and all other applicable existing
laws.
All repairs and new installations must be made in accordance with the appropriate codes. �
_ Permit information may be abtained from the Building Inspection and Design Division,
Room 445 City Hall, 298-4212. �-
Appeals information may be obtained by calling 292-7775.
It is the responsibility of the property owner to keep all buildings secured, and to properly
maintain the premises at all times.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Terry Gove of the Vacant
Buildings Section between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. at (612)298-4153 for more information.
Sincerely,
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Charles Votel
Vacant Buildings Program Supervisor
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cc: Ramsey County Department of Human Services - Marland Mork
Ramsey County Department of Taxation - Assessor's Office
City of Saint Paul Housing Information Office
Housing Code Enforcement File
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, 7. Resolution - ordering the owner to remove or complete the repair of the
referenced building, located at 1566 Point Douglas Road South. If the
owner fails to comply with this resolution, the City will be authorized to
remove the building. (Will be on the City Council agenda December 10,
1991.) --
RECOMMEND APPROVAL, REPAIR OR DEMOLISH WITHIN 15 DAYS
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8. Resolution - ordering the owner to remove or complete the repair of the
referenced building, located at 462 Thomas Avenue. If the owner fails to
comply with this resolution, the City will be authorized to remove the
building. (Will be on the City Council agenda December 10, 1991.)
RECOMMEND APPROVAL, REPAIR OR DEMOLISH WITHIN 15 DAYS
9.� Appeal of a Summary Abatement Order for the property located at 600
Michigan Street; Applicant - Joseph Stepka (Laid over from November 20,
1991.) (Will be on the City Council agenda December 5, 1991.)
LAY OVER 120 DAYS
10. Appeal of a Summary Abatement Order for the property located at 600
Michigan Street, Vehicle; Applicant - Joseph Stepka (Laid over from
November 20, 1991.) (Will be on the City Council agenda December 5, 1991.)
LAY OVER 120 DAYS
11. Appeal of a Summary Abatement Order for the property located at 1422
Jefferson Avenue; Applicant - Michael Tschida (Laid over from November
20, 1991.) (Will be on the City Council agenda December 5, 1991.)
RECOMMEND DENIAL OF APPEAL
12. Appeal of a Summary Abatement Order for the property located at 1634
Reaney Avenue; Applicant - Sandra Craig (Laid ov,er from November 20,
1991.) (Will be on the City Council agenda December 5, 1991.)
LAY OVER UNTIL THE FIRST MEETING AFTER THE END OF MAY 1992
%� 13. Appeal of a Summary Abatement Order for the property located at 952 East
Minnehaha Avenue; Applicant - James Gates (Will be on the City Council
agenda December 5, 1991.)
RECOMMEND DENIAL OF APPEAL
, 14. Appeal of a Summary Abatement Order for the property located at 815 South
Robert Street, Applicant - Eric Weisman (Will be on the City Council
agenda December 5, 1991.) _
RECOMMEND DENIAL OF APPEAL, DEMOLISH 48 HOURS AFTER PUBLICATION ~