The URL can be used to link to this page

91-2335 ' ��• ' , , � Council File � q� ' 2335 � Z . Green Sheet � �Z`IQ ESOLUTION CITY �JF S T PAUL, MINNESOTA . 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 two story, masonry/brick, fire damaged, deteriorated, dilapidated, comr�erciaUresidential structure with a deteriorated detached garage located on property hereinafter referred to as the "Subject Property" and commonly known as 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue). This property is legally described as follows, to wit: The North 27 1/2 feet of Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Syndicate No. 3 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 October 16, 1991, the following aze the now known interested or responsible parties for the Subject Property: Sidney Tarshish, 2150 Brunswick Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55422. 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)" dated October 10, 1991 which is attached and incorporated as part of this Resolution; and WHEREAS, 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 November 10, 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 WHEREAS, 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 Services Committee of the City Council and the Saint Paul City Council; and WHEREAS, the interested and responsible parties have been served notice in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, of the time, date, place and purpose of theses public hearings; and �;�F��?�� %1' 9 I " Z335 ✓ WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Neighborhood Services Committee of the - Saint Paul City Council on Wednesday, December 18, 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 remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and removing the structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The rehabilitation or demolition of the structure to be completed within f�t�-��:�}.�a�s of the date of the publication of this resolution; and s �x '�� =�� WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Saint Paul City Council on Thursday, December 19, 1991 and all 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 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue): 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) 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. ORDER The Saint Paul City Council hereby makes the following order: -2- _��'�I��= , q I - 233 5 v 1. The above referenced interested or responsible parties shall make the Subject � Property safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure and conecting all deficiencies as prescribed in the above referenced Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and . removing the structure in accordance witli all applicable codes and ordinances. The rehabilitation or demolition and removal of the structure must be completed within �f+PP^ ��s� �°« of the date of the publication of this resolution. ��' x �6 7 "'��'s � � 2. If the above conective action is not completed within this period of time the City of Saint Faul, Division of Public Health is hereby authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to demolisli and remove this structure and fill the site and charge the costs incuned 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 praperty or fixtures of any kind which shall unreasonably interfere with the demolition and removal shall be removed from the building . by ttie responsible parties by the end of this time periad. If the personal property is not removed, the 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. -3- Y� Navs Absent Requested by Department of: zmon osWitz �_ on acca�'— �— ettman � une _�_ By: i son �� Form Approved by City Attorney Adopted by Council: Date '� I ' 7 �Z I ��'l� Adoption Cer d by Counc�l ecretary gY; � ��_ � j,� . By� Approved by Mayor for Submission to Approved b 2��yor: Date �C 2 4 lggl �oun�� ,; , 7 �; , l�G,��i �- BY: 1��:l� ,,,�,��°.�''i' Ey: � l��'/; P�IISNEO JAN �+ '92 - 9 �-z�=�✓ �� PAfiTM[NTIOFFiCEICOUNCIL DATE INITIATED cor�nunity Servicss 11-2�-91 GREEN SHEET . 6 2 4 0 _ INITIAU DATE INITIAUDATE CONTACT PERSON d PM�IE DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CITY Charlea Votel 298-4153 � �� ATfORNEY CITY CLERK ,,9�. MUST BE ON COUNGI AOENOA BY(DATE) ROU7'INO �BUOOET DIRECTOR �FIN.�Tr$ERVICES 01 . December 19, 1991 �MAVOR(OR A8318TANT) �' TOTAL#�OF SKiNATURE PAGE8 � (CLIP ALL LOCATIONS FOR SIGNATURE) 1 �City Council to pase thie resolution which will order the owner to remove or r ��e referenced building(a) within fifteen (15) daye from the publication of thia reao on. If the owner fails to comply with the resolutibn, the City will be authorized to remove the building. The subject property is located at 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair REOOMMENDAT :Approvs(A)a Rysct(Fq COtlNCIL CO�ITTEE�ARCII 1�l�ORT OPTIONAL _PUWNINti COMMISSION _CML SERVI�CO�AISSION ANALYST PHONE NO. _p8 COMMITTEE _ OOAAMENT8: _STAFF _ _DI87AICT OOl1RT _ SUPPORTS VVNIGI OaJPlpl�JECTiVE7 INITMTINO PHOBLBYt�188UE.OPPORTUNITY(Who.Wh�t�WMn.Vlihsro�Wh�: This building(s) is a nuisance buildinq(s) as defined in Chapter 45 and a vacant building as defined in Chapter 43 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. ' The owners, interested parties and responsible parties known to the Enforcement Officer were given an order to repair or remove the building at 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blafr Avenue) by November 10, 1991, and have failed to comply with those ordere. ADVANTAOES IF APPROVED: � t� e° The City will eliminate a nuisance. ►' : DISADVANTAOE8IF APPROVED: The City will spend funds to wreck snd remove thie building(s) . These coeta will be assessed to the property, collected as a special assessment aqainst the property taxes. dBADVANTAQE8IF PIOT APPROVED: A nuisance condition will remain unabated in the City. This building(s) will continue to blight the community. �, G��u�cil R?��:� ��ter DEC 10 1991 TOTAL AMOUNT OF TRANSACTION = COST/i�VENUE StIDOETED(qRCLH ONE) YE8 NO $6,000-$7,000 FuNOaaa souncE �crn�rr Nu�t FlN��iNFORwuTroN:c��slance Housing Abatement 33261 dw r , . y NOTE: OOMPLETE DIRECTIONS ARE INCWDED IN THE GREEN 3HEET INSTRUCTIONAL - AAANUAL AVAILABLE IN THE PURCHA3INQ OFFICE(PFIONE NO.2�4�25). ROUTINt3 ORDER: 8elow are prefsned routings for the flvs most frequent rypes of documenta: OONTRACTS (assumes suthorized COUNCIL RESOLUTION (Amend, Bdgts./ budget exists) Acoept.(iranta) 1. Outaide Agsncy 1. Department Director � 2. InitiaNng Department 2. Budgst Dinctor 3. Gty Attomsy 3. Chy Attomsy 4. Mayor 4. Mayor/Assletant 5. Finance&Mgmt Svcs. Director 5. City Council 8. Finance Acoountin� 8. Chief AccountaM, Fln&M�mmt Svcs. ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER (Budget OOUNqL RESOLUTION (ali othsrs) Revisbn) and ORDINAN(� 1. Activiry Managsr 1. Inftlatir►�Depertment Director 2. DepeRmsM Axountant 3. M�ayorA/A�nt 3. Dspertment DlreCtor 4. dly CoUlfcil 4. Budget Director 5. City Clerk 6. Chfef Accountant, Ffn d Mgmt.S'�s. /tDMINISTRATIVE ORDERS (all others) 1. IniNating Depanme�t 2. City Attome�r 3. Mayor/A�istant 4. Gty Gerk TOTAL NUMBER OF SI(3NATURE PAGIES Indicate the M of p�pes wt whk;h si�tatura are requirsd and eP psrd P each of thsse� ? ACTION RE�UESTED • Describe what ths projeatiroquest essla W aocomplbh in either chro�wlogl- a cal order or orcJer of impoRerwre��er is nwst appropriete for the 'r issue. Do not write oanplete sentencea. Bepin�ch item fn ycwr Iist with � a verb. � RECOMMENDATIONS Complete if the ias�s in qusstfon has bsen pressMed beforo arry body,public or p�vate. 3UPPORTS WHICH COUNqI OBJECTIVE� Indic�which Council abj�cUvs(s)Y�P�'ol��bY�� ths koy word(s)(FIOU8IN(i. RECREATION, NEKiH80RHOODS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, BUDCiET, SEWER SEPARATION).(8EE COMPLET'E UST IN INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL.) COUNGL COMMITTEE/RE3EARCH REPORT-OPTIOMAL A3 REOUE3TED BY OOUN(�L INITIATINO PROBLEM,13SUE,OPPORTUNITY Explain the situation or condidons that croated a need for your pr�oject or roqueat. ADVANTAGES IF APPROVED Ind�ate whether thfs is simpy on annual budpst procedure required by law/ charter or whMh�there an�ciflc In�tM Gty of SaiM Paul and ita citizsns will bsnsfit trorn this pro�t/actfon. DISADVANTAQES IF APPROVED What negative Mfocts or mejor chanpss to�xiadng or past procsasea might this proJecUrequ�t produce ff R is passsd(e.g.,traific dsleys� rroise, tax fncroeaes a a�rtreMS)?To Whom?Whsn? Fa�how bnp? DISADVANTAOES IF NOT APPROVED What will be ths nepative�nsequenCes if the promiaed action is not approved?Inability to deliver servk:e4 Contlnued hi�h traific, noise, accideM rate7 Loss of revenus? FlNANqAL IMPACT Althouph you must teibr the fnformatlon you provide here to the issue you aro addressinp, in gensal y�w must anawer two qu�tions: How much is it �iny to c�stT Who is�oin0 to pa1R DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES + . Roy Gaiza,Director � �— ��5 �.11 1 OF Jtiil�1 PAvL DIVlSION OF PUBIlC HEALTIi HOUS/NG CODE PROGRAMS James Scheibel,Mayor SSS Cedar Street 612-292-7771 Saint Paul,MN SS101-2260 �� November 27, 1991 ' F�ECEIVED NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS oEC 0 31991 Council President and Members of the City Council CiTY CLERK 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: 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue) The City Clerk has scheduled the date of these hearings as follows: Neighborhood Services Committee - Wednesday, December 18, 1991 City Council - Thursday, December 19, 1991 The owners and responsible parties of record are: _ - Name and Last Known Address Interes Sidney Tarshish Fee Owner per Owners and 2150 Brunswick Avenue North Encumbrance Report and Minneapolis, MN 55422 Tax Statement The legal description of this property is: The North 27 1/2 feet of Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Syndicate No. 3 Addition The City of Saint Paul, Division of Public Health has declared this building(s) to constitute a "nuisance" as defined by Legislative Code, Chapter 45. The Division has issued an order to the then lrnown responsible parties to eliminate this nuisance condition by conecting the deficiencies or by razing and removing this building(s). Notice of Public Hearings - 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue) November 27, 1991 Page: 2 Inasmuch as this Order to Abate 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. Sincerely, � � C arles A. Votel Program Supervisor Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Code Enforcement cc: 7an Gasterland, Building Inspection and Design Division Peter Warner, City Attorneys Office Molly O'Rourke, City Clerk Steve Zaccard, Fire Marshall Jim Murphy, Neighborhood Services Committee Dan Pahl, PED-Housing Division OEPAR�MENT/OFFICEICOUNCIL OATE INITIATED . Community Services 11-2�-91 GREEN SHEET No. 0 2 4 0 CONTACT PERSON 3 PHONE INITIAU DATE INITIAUDATE- �DEPARTMENT DIHECTOR ' CITY COUNCIL Charlea VOtEl 298-4153 � A��N CITY ATfORNEY �CITY CLERK NUMBER FOR � MUST BE ON CAUNCIL AGENOA BY(DATE� ROUTINQ �BUDf3ET DIRECTOR �FIN.3 MOT.SERVICES DIH. December �.9� 1991 OROER �MAYOR(OR ASSISTANI� � TOTAL N OF SIGNATURE PAGES � (CLIP ALL LOCATIONS FOR SIGNATURE) ACTION REQUESTED: City Council to pass this resolution which will order the owner to remove or repair the referenced building(s) within fifteen• (15) days from the publication of this resolution. If the owner faila to comply with the resolution, the City will be authorized to remove the building. The subject property is located at 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair RECOMMENDATI NS:Approve(A)or Reject(R) COUNCIL COMMITTEFJRESEARCH REPORT OPTIONAL _PLANNING COMMISSION _CIVIL SERVICB COMMISSION ��Y� PHONE N0. _CIB COMMITTEE _ _STAFF _ COMMENTS: _DISTRICT COURT _ SUPPORTS WHICH COUNCIL OBJECTIVE? ' INITIATING PROBLEM,ISSUE.OPPORTUNITY(Who,What,Whe�,Whsre,Why): This building(s) is a nuisance building(s) as defined in Chapter 45 and a vacant building as defined in Chapter 43 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code. The owners, interested parties and responsible parties known to the Enforcement Officer were given an order to repair or remove the building at 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue) by November 10, 1991, and have failed to comply with those orders. ADVANTAGES IF APPROVED: � The City will eli.minate a nuisance. DI3ADVANTAGES IF APPROVEO: ' . � The City will spend funds to wreck and remove this building(s) . These costs will be assessed to the property, collected as a special assessment against the property taxes. � _ I 013ADVANTAOES IF NOT APPROVED: A nuisance condition will remain unabated in the City. This building(s) will continue to blight the community. ' TOTAL AMOUNT OF TRANSACTION s COST/REVENUE BUDQETEO(CIRCLE ONE) YES NO $6,000-$7,000 FUNDING SOURCE ACTIVITY NUMBER FINANCtAI INFORMATION:(�IB.�IB�3ACE Housing Abatement 33261 Council File � �'� �� r Green Sheet �` RESOLUTION CITY OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 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 two story, masonry/brick, fire damaged, deteriorated, dilapidated, commercial/residential structure with a deteriorated detached garage located on property hereinafter refened to as the "Subject Property" and commonly known as 659 Dale Street _ North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue). This property is legally described as follows, to wit: The North 27 1/2 feet of Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Syndicate No. 3 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 October 16, 1991, the following are the now lrnown interested or responsible parties for the Subject Property: Sidney Tarshish, 2150 Brunswick Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55422. 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)" dated October 10, 1991 which is attached and incorporated as part of this Resolution; and WHEREAS, 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 November 10, 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 WHEREAS, this nuisance condition has not been corrected and the Division of Public Health has requested that the City Clerk schedule public hearings before the Neighborhood Services Committee of the City Council and the Saint Paul City Council; and WHEREAS, the interested and responsible parties have been served notice in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 45 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, of the time, date, place and purpose of theses public hearings; and � � WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Neighborhood Services Committee of the Saint Paul City Council on Wednesday, December 18, 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 remove its blighting influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and removing the structure in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The rehabilitation or demolition of the structure to be completed within fifteen (15) days of the date of the publication of this resolution; and WHEREAS, a hearing was held before the Saint Paul City Council on Thursday, December 19, 1991 and all testimony and evidence including the action taken by the Neighborhood Services Committee was considered by the Council; and - NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RFSOLVED, 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 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue): 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) was sent to the then known responsible parties to correct the deficiencies or to demolish and remove the building(s). 5. That the deficiencies causing this nuisance condition have not been 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. RDER The Saint Paul City Council hereby makes the following order: -2- ' 1. The above referenced interested or responsible parties shall make the Subject . Property safe and not detrimental to the public peace, health, safety and welfare and remove its blighdng influence on the community by rehabilitating this structure and correcting all deficiencies as prescribed in the above referenced Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances, or in the alternative by demolishing and . removing the structure in accordance witli all applicable codes and�ordinances. The rehabilitation or dernolition and removal of the structure must be completed within fifteen (15) days of the date of the publication of this resolution. � � � 2. If the above conective action is not completed within this period of time the City of Saint Faul, Division of Public Health is hereby authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to demolisli�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 ldnd which shall unreasonabiy . 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, the 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. -3- Yeae NaYS Absent Requested by Deoartment of: zmon osr+ztz on acca ee ettman nne B : z son y Form Approved by City Attorney Adopted by Council: Date Adoption Certified by Council Secretary gY: BY� Approved by Hayor for Submission to Council Approved by Mayor: Date By: H y: ------ - �� ,o.:=., CITY OF SAINT PAUL .• •. ; � ; DEPARI'MENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES :. ..� DIVISION OF PUBLIC HEALTH '••' SSS Cedar Street,Saint Paul,M➢nneeota 55101 (612)292-7771 7AMES SCHEiBffi. MAYOR October 10, 1991 Order to Abate Nuisance Building(s) Sidney Tarshish 2150 Brunswick Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55422-3920 � Dear Sir or Madam: The Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Code Enforcement Unit of the Division of Public Health hereby declares the premises located at: 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue) and legally described as follows, to wit: Syndicate No. 3 Addition N 27 5/10 Ft of Lots 1 and Lot 2 Blk 1 to comprise a nuisance condition in violation of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, Chapter 45.02, and subject to demolition under authority of Chapter 45.11. On October 7, 1991, a Building Deficiency Inspection Report was compiled and the following conditions were observed. This list of deficiencies is not necessssarily all the deficiencies present at this time. This building(s) is subject to the restrictions of Saint Paul Ordinance Chapter 33.03 and shall not again be used for cecupancy uatil such time as a Certificate of Compliance or a Certificate of Occupancy has beea issued. All repairs must be in accordance with appropriate cod�es. Changes or additions to the electrical system, mechanical system, plumbing system may necessitate updating or upgrading the systems involved. This is a deteriorated two story commercial building with one large rental unit oa the second floor. The upper unit is destroyed by fire. The commercial space is now used as personal storage by the owner. The attached concrete block garage in the rear is very deteriorated and in need of major repair or demolition. 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue) October 10, 1991 Page: 2 Interior Basement 1. The basement is unclean with a musty smell and excessive storage. There is evidence of mice. The stairs show signs of rot. The foundation walls aze deteriorated with excessive spalling. The doors are defective and dilapidated throughout. 2. The electrical panel is okay. Commercial wiring in use with number six wire incoming. The sse�rrvice depends on what the commercial use will be. The electricity is off and the service will need to be checked by a qualified electrician. Plumbing System 3. The plumbing system is shut-off and lines are drained. The water lines, drain, waste and vent lines will have to be checked thoroughly by a qualified plumber before being put back in service. 4. There in an unused toilet that has an open waste line. There is no handsink provided and no ventilation to the room. Heatinig System 5. The heating system for the main floor is inoperable and shutoff. This should be checked by a qualified heating contractor. 6. The heating system for the upper unit has the appliance removed. Each room would have to be provided with means of heat. General 7. The entire upper unit is destroyed by fire, water and smoke damage. 8. There is refuse in the rear of the building. 9. lfiis building needs to comply with the Minnesota State Energy Code for insulation, storm doors and windows and weatherstripping. 10. Lack of basic facilities - gas, water and electricity. . 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue) October 10, 1991 Page: 3 Fxterior 11. The foundation bricks are defective and show signs of water damage. 12. The drainage is poor and is in need of back filling. 13. The exterior brickwork is in poor condition, shows signs of severe, prolonged and continuing deterioration and will require a structural engineering report to determine the extent or feasibility of repair/replacement. 14. The doors aze ill-fitting, defective and destroyed. 15. The windows aze broken and boarded. 16. The eaves show signs of rot and the paint is chipped and peeling. 17. The roof covering has holes and several defects. 18. The gutters and downspouts are missing, broken and defective. 19. Both chimneys are in poor condition. Garage 20. The garage is an attached concrete block building, is defective and leaks. The walls are cracked, bulged, deflected and in poor condition. The windows are boarded. The doors are inoperable and defective. As owner, agent or responsible party, you aze hereby notified that if these deficiencies and the resulting nuisance condition is not corrected by November 10, 1991 the City of Saint Paul, Division of Public Health will begin a substanrial abatement process to demolish and remove the building(s). The costs of this demolition, including administrative costs will be assessed against the property taxes as a special assessment in accordance with law. As first remedial action, a Code Compliance Inspection must be obtained from the Building Inspection and Design Division, Room 445, City Hall/Courthouse, (612)298-4212. This inspection will identify specific defects, necessary repairs and legal requirements to correct this nuisance condition. � . . 659 Dale Street North (aka: 622 Blair Avenue) October 10, 1991 Page: 4 You may request the City demolish the building(s) by contacting the Enforcement Officer at (612)298-4153. Please be advised that aIl owners and interested parties or lienholders of record must also sign this document. As an ovcmer or responsible party, you are required by law to provide full and complete disclosure of this "Order to Abate" to all interested parties, all present or subsequent renters and any subsequent owners. If you sell, transfer, or convey in any manner, the ownership or responsibility for this property, you must within seven ('n days, notify the Enforcement Officer with the names and addresses of any new owners or responsible parties. The Enforcement officer is required by law to post a placard on this property which declares it to be a "nuisance condition", subject to demolition and removal by the City. The Division of Public Heaith is further required to file a copy of this "Order to Abate" with the Ramsey County Recorder's office and the City Clerk's Office. If corrective action is not taken within the time specified in this order, the Enforcement Officer will notify the City Council that abatement action is necessary. The City Clerk will then schedule dates for Public Hearings before the City Council at which time testimony will be heard from all interested parties. After this hearing the City Council will adopt a resolution stating what action if any, it deems appropriate. If the resolution calls for abatement action the Council may either order the City to take the _ abatement action or fix a time within which this nuisance must be abated in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 33 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code and provide that if corrective action is not taken within the specified time, the City shall abate this nuisance. If you have any questions or request additional information please contact Charles Votel between the hours of 8:00 and 9:30 a.m. at (612) 298-4153. Sincerely, , �ap � � harles Votel Program Supervisor Vacant/Nuisance Buildings Code Enforcement Program CV:jm cc: S. Pemberton, PED - Housing City Clerk Ramsey County Recorders Office