Case: T11DV01027
Case Details
Entered Date:
02/22/2011
Applicant:
PATRICK J. HORTON
Description:
crossed electrical wires. Unit B is pulling all its power from Unit A's power meter which is giving unit A $400 electrical bills. water leaking from cooler down walls into electrical sockets. Water heater located outside is not connected correctly.
Case Violations
Case Number: T11DV01027
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: EMERGENCY
Total Violations: 8
| Violation Date | Code Statue |
|---|---|
| 03/07/2011 | 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. |
| 03/07/2011 | 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. |
| 03/07/2011 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(h) INTERIOR INSECT AND RODENT CONTROL. The interior of all buildings and structures shall be kept free from infestation of insects, rodents and other noxious pests where such infestation threatens the health, safety or welfare of a person or persons. |
| 03/07/2011 | 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. |
| 03/07/2011 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(j) ACCESS CONTROL. (1) Exterior doors, including sliding glass doors, must have an operable locking mechanism. Double cylinder dead bolt locks or other mechanisms that prevent rapid egress in case of fire or other emergency are prohibited. (2) All windows must have an operable locking mechanism. |
| 03/07/2011 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-12(a) EXTERIOR SURFACES. (1) Weather protection. All weather-exposed exterior surfaces of every building, including windows and doors, shall provide weather protection. Every building shall be weather protected to provide shelter for the occupants against the elements and to exclude moisture and dampness. |
| 03/07/2011 | 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. |
| 03/07/2011 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-12(a)(2) PROTECTIVE TREATMENT. All exterior wood surfaces, except for decay-resistant woods, must be protected from deterioration and from the elements by paint or other protective treatment or covering. Any exterior wood surface that has paint that is peeling, flaking, cracked, blistered or chipped, resulting in bare, unprotected surfaces, the deteriorated condition of that surface must be eliminated and the surface repainted. All metal surfaces subject to corrosion or rust must be treated or coated to inhibit corrosion and rust, unless corrosion or rust is a design element. |
Outstanding Inspections
Case Number: T11DV01027
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: EMERGENCY
Total Outstanding Inspections - 5
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2011 | NPO(EL)-MAIN/PANEL/SUB/DISCONT | BWIESE | Item closed | |
| 11/17/2011 | NPO(EL)-WIRING/SWITCH/OUTLT/FX | BWIESE | Item closed | |
| 11/17/2011 | NPO(PL)-WATER HEATERS | BWIESE | Item closed | |
| 11/17/2011 | NPO(HC)-COOLING | BWIESE | Item closed | |
| 11/17/2011 | NPO - INT. BUILDING MAINTENANC | BWIESE | Item closed |
Completed Inspections
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Number: T11DV01027
Case Description: EMERGENCY
Total Completed Inspections - 2
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2011 | INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT | BWIESE | Approved | Numerous minimum housing code violations. In contact with owner and realty manager. NOV to be sent. Violations include electrical, plumbing, insects, lack of heat. |
| 11/10/2011 | INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE | BWIESE | Approved | Final permit has been finaled T11PL00715 by DSD inspector BBenedon on 11/9/11 Close Case NOV abated |
Completed Activity Special Conditions
Case Description - EMERGENCY
Case Number - T11DV01027
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 6
| Date | Name |
| 02/25/2011 | CONTACTED BY PHONE |
| 03/08/2011 | CONTACTED BY MAILING |
| 03/08/2011 | NOTICE OF VIOLATION ISSUED |
| 11/17/2011 | VIOLATION CLOSED |
| 06/15/2011 | REINSPECTION FEE - FIRST |
| 11/01/2011 | REINSP FEE - PAID IN FULL |