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Case: T11DV04705

Case Details

Status:

COMPLIAN

Type:

RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Address:

Entered Date:

06/21/2011

Applicant:

MATHEWSON LLC; ATTN: CHRIS SMITH

Description:

RMIN: Cooler is not working/no hot water for 3 weeks. Cooling is out for several tenants according to caller. Cockroach infestation. Reported to Owner/Management on 5/6/11. Note: Inspector please contact Occupant to ensure entry.

Case Violations

Case Number: T11DV04705
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Violations: 4
Violation Date Code Statue
06/23/2011 T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(e) PLUMBING SYSTEMS. (2) All dwellings or dwelling units shall have a kitchen, which shall include an indoor cooking area. The cooking area must be provided with a sink separate and apart from any bathroom sink or lavatory. Each kitchen sink shall have hot and cold running water necessary for its normal operation and use.
06/23/2011 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.
06/23/2011 T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(a)(3) Every existing dwelling unit shall be provided with smoke detectors in good operating condition as required by the Tucson Fire Code of the City of Tucson.
06/24/2011 T.C. 16-12(f)(3) ADDRESS DISPLAY APARTMENTS. The address numbers assigned shall be conspicuously placed immediately at the property access points, appropriate locations on each building, and structure entrances. a. Building numbers shall be a minimum of 15 inches in height. b. Apartment number ranges shall be placed below building numbers or on signage near the building. Apartment number ranges shall be a minimum of eight inches in height. c. Individual apartment numbers shall be a minimum of 3 inches in height for exterior entrances and a minimum of one inch in height for interior (hallway) entrances.

Outstanding Inspections

Case Number: T11DV04705
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Outstanding Inspections - 7
End Date Description Inspector Results Comments
06/23/2011 INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT LPUMPHRE Approved Inspected unit 8 for compliance on evaporative cooler and hot water; occupant had both. However, dwelling unit did not have a kitchen, only a room with a bed and a bathroom. A dwelling unit requires a kitchen that has a separate sink from the bathroom and an indoor cooking area. This unit will need to be vacated. Unit lacks a smoke detector. Wiring for the cooler and ceiling light was not done to code, is not protected or supported on the exterior. The ceiling lighting fixture is loose. Unit 10 lacked a smoke detector and has a loose electrical outlet. The 100 gallon gas water heater for Unit 8's building was not installed to code; a coffee can is being used as part of the ventilation system, the bottom door vents are covered; TPRV valve is not vented correctly. The laundry room has several uncovered outlets and J boxes with exposed wiring. Room may have been convered from a carport without permits. Washer is not hooked up to both hot and cold water. Tenant from Unit #1 wants an inspection conducted for loose wiring; he was advised we would schedule a new inspection for the unit. Francine at unit 9 indicated units 4 & 5 also lacked kitchens, but only 4 & 8 were occupied.
06/23/2011 NPO - INSECTS/PESTS LPUMPHRE Item closed
10/03/2011 NPO(EL)-WIRING/SWITCH/OUTLT/FX LPUMPHRE Item closed
10/03/2011 NPO(PL)-WATER HEATERS LPUMPHRE Item closed
10/03/2011 NPO(HC)-COOLING LPUMPHRE Item closed
10/03/2011 NPO - SMOKE ALARMS LPUMPHRE Item closed
10/03/2011 NPO - OTHER LPUMPHRE Item closed

Completed Inspections

Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Number: T11DV04705
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Completed Inspections - 3
End Date Description Inspector Results Comments
10/03/2011 INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE LPUMPHRE Approved
10/03/2011 INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE LPUMPHRE Approved
10/03/2011 INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE LPUMPHRE Approved Compliant: electrical circuit in #8 removed; permit finaled for water heater; loose wiring and outlet covers installed. Unit #8 has been converted into a storage unit.

Outstanding Case Activity Conditions

Date Name Approved
06/24/2011 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. Not Approved

Completed Activity Special Conditions

Case Description - RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Case Number - T11DV04705
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 5
Date Name
06/23/2011 CONTACTED BY PHONE
06/24/2011 CONTACTED BY MAILING
06/23/2011 NOTICE OF VIOLATION ISSUED
10/18/2011 VIOLATION CLOSED
06/23/2011 REFERENCE