Case: T09DV06323
Case Details
Entered Date:
11/06/2009
Applicant:
SUAREZ LIVING TR
Description:
PLUMBING IS LEAKING, WALLS FALLING OFF, NO INSULATION, NO RELIABLE HEATING OR COOLING, LANDLORD DID NOT PROVIDE SMOKE DETECTORS
Case Violations
Case Number: T09DV06323
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Violations: 5
| Violation Date | Code Statue |
|---|---|
| 12/16/2009 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-4. PERMITS REQUIRED. Unless otherwise exempt pursuant to section 301 of the Administrative Code, as adopted by reference per section 6-1 of this Code, or pursuant to any other ordinance or statute, no building, structure or building service equipment regulated by this chapter or by the technical codes adopted by the city shall be built, erected, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, improved, removed, converted or demolished unless a permit first has been obtained from the building official in the manner provided in the administrative and building codes adopted by the city. The purpose of a permit is to ensure that all construction is inspected by qualified City of Tucson personnel as directed by ordinance to verify compliance with city codes. Failure to obtain proper permit with inspections and approvals shall deem the construction to be unsafe. |
| 12/16/2009 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(b) (1) HEATING. Every habitable room within a dwelling unit, guest room, and congregate residence shall be provided with safe heating facilities which are properly installed and maintained in a sound condition and are capable of providing adequate heating, appropriate for the climate, to assure a safe living environment. All heating facilities shall be free from health hazards associated with ventilation, mounting, electrical and gas connections and other defects. Unvented fuel-burning heaters must be of a listed and approved type, and are prohibited as the sole source of heating. Ovens, stoves or ranges, or other cooking appliances cannot be used for the purpose of heating any portion of a dwelling. Listed, portable space heaters may only be used as the sole source of heating on a temporary basis when the permanent heating system is being repaired or replaced. |
| 12/16/2009 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(e) PLUMBING SYSTEMS. (3) All plumbing systems are to be maintained safe and hazard free and in a state of good repair. Every dwelling or dwelling unit shall have an adequate potable water supply. Every plumbing fixture, water and waste-pipe, and gas connection shall be properly installed in accordance with all applicable laws and maintained in good and sanitary working condition so as to prevent structural deterioration or health hazards, and are to be free from leaks and obstructions. |
| 12/16/2009 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(i) CEILING HEIGHTS. Habitable space, kitchens, halls, bathrooms and toilet compartments must have a ceiling height of not less than 7 feet measured to the lowest projection of the ceiling. If any room has a sloping ceiling, at least one-half of the room area must have the prescribed minimum ceiling height. |
| 12/16/2009 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(c) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. (1) All dwellings and dwelling units shall be provided with electrical service. Electrical facilities connected to or in any building or structure are to be maintained hazard-free and in a state of good repair. The electrical system shall be free from such hazards as bare wiring; overloaded circuits or services; equipment not properly grounded; over-fused circuits; misuse of wiring, including the use of extension cords in lieu of permanent wiring; non-approved wiring; and wiring exposed to moisture or extreme heat. Broken, loose, frayed, inoperable, defective or missing portions of the electrical service, lines, switches, outlets, fixtures and fixture coverings shall be repaired or replaced. (2) All electrical equipment, wiring and appliances shall be installed and maintained in a safe manner and in accordance with all applicable laws. |
Outstanding Inspections
Case Number: T09DV06323
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Outstanding Inspections - 4
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2009 | NPO(EL)-WIRING/SWITCH/OUTLT/FX | DCOX | Notice of violation | |
| 12/17/2009 | NPO(PL)-PLUMBING SYSTEM & FX | DCOX | Notice of violation | |
| 12/17/2009 | NPO - WORK WITHOUT PERMIT | DCOX | Notice of violation | |
| 12/17/2009 | NPO - INT. BUILDING MAINTENANC | DCOX | Notice of violation |
Completed Inspections
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Number: T09DV06323
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Completed Inspections - 2
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2009 | INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT | DCOX | Approved | Met with tenant this morning and several code deficiencies were identified. Photographs were taken. I will need to research building permits as it appears the tenement was constructed without permits. |
| 03/31/2010 | INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE | DCOX | Approved | Inspection on 03-29-10 revealed issues have been abated. Carport was restored and permits for other work have been obtained. Court hearing 03-30-10. |
Completed Activity Special Conditions
Case Description - RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Case Number - T09DV06323
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 9
| Date | Name |
| 11/09/2009 | CONTACTED BY PHONE |
| 12/17/2009 | CONTACTED BY MAILING |
| 01/28/2010 | CERTIFIED RECEIPT CARD |
| 12/16/2009 | NOTICE OF VIOLATION ISSUED |
| 01/22/2010 | CITATION ISSUED |
| 03/31/2010 | VIOLATION CLOSED |
| 03/31/2010 | COURT HEARING INFO |
| 05/13/2010 | REINSPECTION FEE - FIRST |
| 05/13/2010 | REINSP FEE - PAID IN FULL |