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Case: T13DV05183

Case Details

Status:

REFERRED

Type:

RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Address:

Entered Date:

07/18/2013

Applicant:

LARRY MOORE , UNIT # 17

Description:

UNIT # 17: Exterior Inspection

Case Violations

Case Number: T13DV05183
Case Status: REFERRED
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Violations: 4
Violation Date Code Statue
07/18/2013 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.
07/18/2013 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.
07/18/2013 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.
08/06/2013 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.

Outstanding Inspections

Case Number: T13DV05183
Case Status: REFERRED
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Outstanding Inspections - 6
End Date Description Inspector Results Comments
10/29/2013 NPO(EL)-MAIN/PANEL/SUB/DISCONT LPUMPHRE Follow-up inspection
10/29/2013 NPO(EL)-WIRING/SWITCH/OUTLT/FX LPUMPHRE Item closed
10/29/2013 NPO(PL)-GAS SUPPLY/CONNECT LPUMPHRE Item closed
10/29/2013 NPO(PL)-SEWAGE DISPOSAL (SYS) LPUMPHRE Item closed
10/29/2013 NPO - REFUSE/TRASH/DEBRIS LPUMPHRE Item closed
10/29/2013 NPO - WORK WITHOUT PERMIT LPUMPHRE Follow-up inspection

Completed Inspections

Case Status: REFERRED
Case Number: T13DV05183
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Completed Inspections - 2
End Date Description Inspector Results Comments
06/03/2013 INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT LPUMPHRE Approved Recent front porch and room addition added without permits and is not to adopted code; stairs lack rails; gas not shutoff to main; evap cooler stand dilapidated; evap cooler has non permitted electrical connections not to adopted code, has exposed splices, etc.; south door has no landing or stairs; sewer needs white paint; refuse in rear yard area; electrical lifeline to main panel has exposed conductors, grounding wire appears cut, grass in box, blank in panel missing (main elec box is property owner responsibility).
10/29/2013 INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE LPUMPHRE Approved Partial compliance; lifeline not replaced or repaired; attached porch still partially present. Spoke to Mr. Miller on site. F/u 30.

Outstanding Case Activity Conditions

Date Name Approved
08/06/2013 T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(b) (2) COOLING. Every dwelling unit, guest room, and congregate residence shall be provided, in at least one habitable room, with either mechanical cooling or an alternate cooling method. Cooling facilities shall be installed and maintained in a safe condition and in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, and shall be capable of providing adequate cooling, appropriate for the climate, to assure a safe living environment. Evaporative cooling shall be maintained to be free of excessive rust, corrosion or mineral deposits that limit proper operation. Any mounting apparatus for a cooling facility must be structurally sound. Mechanical fans or portable evaporative cooling devices may only be used on a temporary basis as the sole source of cooling when the permanent cooling system is being repaired or replaced. Not Approved
08/06/2013 T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-12(c) STAIRWAYS, DECKS AND PORCHES. All stairways, decks and porches shall be maintained in a safe condition and shall be capable of supporting the load and resisting all forces placed thereon by normal use. T.C. Ch. 6, IRC adopted. R311.5.6 HANDRAILS. Handrails shall be provided on at least one side of each continuous run of treads or flight with four or more risers. R311.5.6.1 Height. Handrail height, measured vertically from the sloped plane adjoining the tread nosing, or finish surface of ramp slope, shall be not less than 34 inches (864 mm) and not more than 38 inches (965 mm). T.C. Ch. 6, IRC adopted. R312.1 GUARDS. Porches, balconies, ramps or raised floor surfaces located more than 30 inches (762 mm) above the floor or grade below shall have guards not less than 36 inches (914 mm) in height. R312.2 Guard opening limitations. Required guards on open sides of stairways, raised floor areas, balconies and porches shall have intermediate rails or ornamental closures which do not allow passage of a sphere 4 inches (102mm) or more in diameter. T.C. Ch. 6, IRC adopted. R311.4.3 LANDINGS AT DOORS. There shall be a floor or landing on each side of each exterior door. The floor or landing at the exterior door shall not be more than 1.5 inches (38mm) lower than the top of the threshold. The width of each landing shall not be less than the door served. Every landing shall have a minimum dimension of 36 inches (914 mm) measured in the direction of travel. Not Approved
08/06/2013 T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-13(b) ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE PROHIBITED. Each owner, lessee, tenant, resident or occupant shall maintain a property so it is free of accumulated refuse and debris. Accumulated refuse and debris means contained or uncontained refuse and debris that is present on the property in a manner not authorized by the Tucson Code. Material recycling facilities meeting the requirements of section 15-24.7 are exempt from this prohibition. Not Approved

Completed Activity Special Conditions

Case Description - RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Case Number - T13DV05183
Case Status: REFERRED
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 3
Date Name
08/16/2013 CONTACTED BY PHONE
07/18/2013 NOTICE OF VIOLATION ISSUED
03/25/2014 VIOLATION CLOSED