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Case: T12DV01341
Case Details
Entered Date:
02/21/2012
Applicant:
LIBRADA ORTIZ
Description:
RMIN: SW gas turned off water heater on 2/9/12 due to leaking carbon monoxide from the top vent. Electrical outlets do not work/short in living room/exposed wiring. Reported to Owner 1-2 weeks ago. Occupant is pregnant and has one other small child. States withholding rent money this month due to no repairs.
Case Violations
Case Number: T12DV01341
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Violations: 7
| Violation Date | Code Statue |
|---|---|
| 02/23/2012 | 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. |
| 02/23/2012 | 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. |
| 02/23/2012 | 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. |
| 02/23/2012 | 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. |
| 02/23/2012 | 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. |
| 02/23/2012 | 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. |
| 02/23/2012 | 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. |
Outstanding Inspections
Case Number: T12DV01341
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Outstanding Inspections - 3
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/22/2012 | NPO(EL)-WIRING/SWITCH/OUTLT/FX | RDIAZ | Initial inspection | |
| 02/22/2012 | NPO(PL)-PLUMBING SYSTEM & FX | RDIAZ | Notice of violation | |
| 02/22/2012 | NPO(PL)-WATER HEATERS | RDIAZ | Initial inspection |
Completed Inspections
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Number: T12DV01341
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Completed Inspections - 2
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/22/2012 | INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT | RDIAZ | Approved | PER INSPECTOR NOTES -NO HEAT -EXTERIOR J-BOXES LACKING COVERS- -OPEN GROUNDS -NO SMOKE DETECTORS -WATER HEATER TAGGED VENT TO ATTIC -PLUMBING VENT NOT PAST ROOF LINE-NOT SECURED -FRONT DOOR NOT SEALED/BROKEN DOOR KNOB -SECURITY DOOR LOOSE -SIDE DOOR NOT SEALED |
| 01/25/2013 | INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE | RDIAZ | Approved | 1/25/13 7:14 AM INSPECTION WAS DONE SEVERAL MONTHS BACK AND ALL VIOLATION HAVE BEEN ABATED, APARTMENT IS OCCUPIED. |
Completed Activity Special Conditions
Case Description - RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Case Number - T12DV01341
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 3
| Date | Name |
| 04/26/2012 | NOTICE OF VIOLATION ISSUED |
| 02/05/2013 | VIOLATION CLOSED |
| 05/03/2012 | RESEARCH |