Case: T16DV06541
Case Details
Entered Date:
09/27/2016
Applicant:
JAMES S GITTINGS
Description:
EXCESSIVE AND OVERGROWN WEEDS THROUGHOUT PROPERTY, VACANT HOUSE, AND ABSENT LANDLORD.
Outstanding Inspections
Case Number: T16DV06541
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: PROP MAINT MULTIPLE TYPES
Total Outstanding Inspections - 6
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/28/2016 | NPO(DL)-DILAPIDATED STRUCTURE | PUMPHREY | Notice of violation | |
| 12/28/2016 | NPO - REFUSE/TRASH/DEBRIS | PUMPHREY | Notice of violation | |
| 12/28/2016 | NPO - VEGETATION NUISANCE | PUMPHREY | Notice of violation | |
| 12/28/2016 | NPO - WEEDS/GRASSES | PUMPHREY | Notice of violation | |
| 12/28/2016 | NPO - OBSTRUCTION ROW | PUMPHREY | Notice of violation | |
| 12/28/2016 | NPO - VACANT AND NEGLECTED | PUMPHREY | Notice of violation |
Completed Inspections
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Number: T16DV06541
Case Description: PROP MAINT MULTIPLE TYPES
Total Completed Inspections - 2
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/27/2016 | INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT | PUMPHREY | Approved | Large corner lot with what appears to be a vacant structure; accumulation of vegetation over 6" on property and abutting areas; obstructing tree branches on both east and south abutting ROW; accumulation of refuse on property in form of dead vegetative debris and greenwaste; portions of rear (north) fence are dilapidated; NE corner of structure has failed (adobe?) exposing interior of structure; covered only by tarp but can easily see that elements and pests could easily enter structure; unclear when damage occurred; bay window abutting this damage has broken window(s). |
| 04/12/2017 | INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE | VINDIOLA | Approved | Arrived on site to find piles have shrunken in front yard but however to still exist. Left a message with the maintenance guy doing the work will continue to follow case. Maintenance man called back states he should be done by next friday |
Outstanding Case Activity Conditions
| Date | Name | Approved |
| 12/28/2016 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-13(a) ACCUMULATION OF VEGETATION PROHIBITED. Each owner, lessee, tenant, resident or occupant shall maintain a property so it is free of the accumulation or untended growth of vegetation. The accumulation or untended growth of vegetation means the presence of plants on property that create a fire, safety or health hazard, or that attract vermin either on the property, on neighboring properties, or on both, and includes but is not limited to: (1) Any lawn grass that exceeds 6 inches in height. (2) All weeds that exceed 6 inches in height. T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-13(d) DUTY TO REMOVE WEEDS AND REFUSE FROM ABUTTING SIDEWALKS, STREETS AND ALLEYS UPON NOTICE. Upon receipt of notice served pursuant to section 16-45, the owner, lessee, tenant or occupant of any premises shall remove from the premises and the abutting portions of contiguous sidewalks, streets and alleys, all weeds, garbage, debris or other refuse which may endanger the health, safety or welfare of the persons in the vicinity of such premises. This duty extends to and includes any abutting sidewalk area and one-half (½) the width of abutting alleys, from the property line to the center line of the alley. | Not Approved |
| 12/28/2016 | 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 |
| 12/28/2016 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-13(a) ACCUMULATION OF VEGETATION PROHIBITED. Each owner, lessee, tenant, resident or occupant shall maintain a property so it is free of the accumulation or untended growth of vegetation. The accumulation or untended growth of vegetation means the presence of plants on property that create a fire, safety or health hazard, or that attract vermin either on the property, on neighboring properties, or on both, and includes but is not limited to: (5) Any tree, shrub, or other form of vegetation of any kind on the property or on the adjoining right-of-way, street, or alley that extends over or under the sidewalk space or roadway in a manner that may interfere with the reasonable use of the street, sidewalk, or alley for pedestrian or vehicular traffic of any kind or that may obstruct the view or light distribution of traffic-control devices or luminaries. Vegetation must be trimmed and maintained to provide an unobstructed pedestrian path a minimum 48 inches in width and 80 inches in height from grade. | Not Approved |
| 12/28/2016 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-12(e) ACCESSORY STRUCTURES. All accessory structures, including but not limited to detached garages, fences and walls, must be structurally sound and free of disrepair. Examples of disrepair include missing slats, posts or blocks, or damage, deterioration or rot. Fences and walls cannot be constructed or covered with materials not designed or commonly used for that purpose, such as pallets and tarps. Fences and walls must be properly anchored so as not to be in danger of failure or collapse. | Not Approved |
| 12/28/2016 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-14(b)(3) ABATEMENT OF VACANT AND UNSECURED BUILDINGS. When ordered abated, a vacant and unsecured building shall be cleaned and secured as follows: a. All accumulated refuse that poses a fire or health hazard within or upon the property or premises shall be removed; and b. All unsecured doorway, windows, or exterior openings shall be barricaded in accordance with standards established by the code official, which shall be kept on file with the city clerk, and in accordance with section 16-12(a)(3) of this chapter; and c. Both the structure and the exterior premises shall be posted with signs that provide reasonable notice prohibiting entry (i.e., "No Trespassing" signs). | Not Approved |
| 12/28/2016 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-12(b) FOUNDATIONS, WALLS, ROOFS, AND CHIMNEYS. Every foundation, wall, roof, chimney and all exterior surfaces of buildings and structures shall be maintained in structurally sound condition and shall provide weather protection. All wood showing evidence of termite damage or decay, where structural or functional integrity is impaired, shall be replaced. | Not Approved |
Completed Activity Special Conditions
Case Description - PROP MAINT MULTIPLE TYPES
Case Number - T16DV06541
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 4
| Date | Name |
| 02/01/2017 | CONTACTED BY PHONE |
| 12/28/2016 | CONTACTED BY MAILING |
| 12/28/2016 | NOTICE OF VIOLATION ISSUED |
| 04/20/2017 | VIOLATION CLOSED |