Case: T15DV05652
Case Details
Entered Date:
07/30/2015
Applicant:
FRANK J MONTGOMERY
Description:
HOT WATER HEATER FIXED BUT WITHOUT PERMIT AND THE TAPE ON WATER HEATER IS MELTING. A/C IS ALSO NOT WORKING. USING FANS. ELECTRICAL ISSUES- ENCLOSED BACK ROOM WITH WIRES HANGING DOWN.
Case Violations
Case Number: T15DV05652
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Violations: 6
| Violation Date | Code Statue |
|---|---|
| 08/12/2015 | 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. |
| 08/12/2015 | 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. |
| 08/12/2015 | 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. |
| 08/12/2015 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(d) MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT. All mechanical equipment and appliances shall be properly installed, maintained in a safe, working, operating condition, and shall be free of any defect that impairs operability. |
| 08/12/2015 | 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. |
| 08/12/2015 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-12(a) (4) WINDOWS, SKYLIGHTS, AND DOORS. Every window, skylight, door and all associated frames, shall be kept in sound condition, repair and weather tight. All glazing materials shall be maintained free from cracks and holes. Every window, other than a fixed window, shall be easy to open and capable of being held in position by window hardware. All window and door hardware shall be maintained in good condition and shall function properly. |
Outstanding Inspections
Case Number: T15DV05652
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Outstanding Inspections - 4
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/24/2015 | NPO(EL)-WIRING/SWITCH/OUTLT/FX | MENDOZA | Item closed | |
| 08/24/2015 | NPO(PL)-WATER HEATERS | MENDOZA | Item closed | |
| 08/24/2015 | NPO(HC)-COOLING | MENDOZA | Item closed | |
| 08/24/2015 | NPO - WORK WITHOUT PERMIT | MENDOZA | Item closed |
Completed Inspections
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Number: T15DV05652
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Completed Inspections - 2
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2015 | INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT | LOPEZ | Approved | I inspected the property and found that a water heater was installed and a rear porch was enclosed with-out the proper permits, also found a few other issues like ( missing dome's for lights, missing covers for outlet's, water leaking from fan in kitchen, Some electrical in the front and rear of the property not done up to code, some infestation of roaches and AC unit not working properly. will be sending notice in the mail. |
| 08/24/2015 | INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE | LOPEZ | Approved | Tenants moved out, property is vacant, has removed electrcal wires that wasn't up to code. will be closing case but will monator for a while. |
Completed Activity Special Conditions
Case Description - RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Case Number - T15DV05652
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 3
| Date | Name |
| 08/12/2015 | CONTACTED BY PHONE |
| 08/12/2015 | CONTACTED IN PERSON |
| 11/16/2016 | VIOLATION CLOSED |