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Case Details

Status:

COMPLIAN

Type:

COMMERCIAL ZONING
Address:
  • N/A

Entered Date:

07/08/2010

Applicant:

BETTY CARPENTER STATUTORY AGENT FOR

Description:

New unshielded flood lights installed at recreation/pool area without permit and exceeding the Maximum Total Outdoor Light Output Requirements Lumen Caps Code (see Table 5.1, E3). Moreover, note #6 of the code states: Flood or spot lamps shall be aimed no higher than 45 degrees to the horizontal (half-way between straight down and straight to the side) when the source is visible from any adjacent residential property). These lights shine into townhouse bedroom windows and create excess light pollution. Property management refuses to adjust and denies requirement for permit to alter original lighting. Moreover, deadbolt locks are installed on the egress side of the pool gate in violation of the building code (1008.1.8 Door Operations.

Case Violations

Case Number: T10DV04448
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: COMMERCIAL ZONING
Total Violations: 2
Violation Date Code Statue
10/18/2010 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.
10/18/2010 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: T10DV04448
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: COMMERCIAL ZONING
Total Outstanding Inspections - 2
End Date Description Inspector Results Comments
12/08/2010 NPO - OTHER DJOHNSTO Item closed
12/08/2010 NPO - WORK WITHOUT PERMIT DJOHNSTO Item closed

Completed Inspections

Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Number: T10DV04448
Case Description: COMMERCIAL ZONING
Total Completed Inspections - 2
End Date Description Inspector Results Comments
10/17/2010 INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT DJOHNSTO Approved Some of the security lights are aimed up past the 45 degree limit. Lighting fixtures installed without permits. Lighting fixtures / wiring installed improperly. Pool gate does not self close/latch. Send 30 day notice. Schedule follow up inspection. Photos in sire.
12/08/2010 INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE DJOHNSTO Approved Electrical permit issued and finalized is T10EL02630. DSD issued to a different address due to the fact that they could not issue to a parcel number. Case closed.

Outstanding Case Activity Conditions

Date Name Approved
10/18/2010 Tucson/Pima County Spa/Pool Code Ch 3, Sec 317(a)(5) Barriers & Enclosures Residential Pools All gates shall be self closing & self latching. Not Approved

Completed Activity Special Conditions

Case Description - COMMERCIAL ZONING
Case Number - T10DV04448
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 4
Date Name
10/20/2010 CONTACTED BY PHONE
10/27/2010 CONTACTED BY MAILING
10/27/2010 NOTICE OF VIOLATION ISSUED
12/17/2010 VIOLATION CLOSED

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