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Case: T18DV07267

Case Details

Status:

COMPLIAN

Type:

RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Address:

Entered Date:

11/06/2018

Applicant:

CHARLES J & MARGARITA SLACK JT/RS

Description:

OPEN WIRES IN ATTIC NO DOOR KNOOBS ON PROPERTY . CIELING FAN NOT STABLE 11/07/2018 furnace broken roof leaks no insulation Added 1/16/19 Debri in yard ,side walk and ally , weeds

Case Violations

Case Number: T18DV07267
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Violations: 7
Violation Date Code Statue
11/15/2018 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.
11/15/2018 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.
11/15/2018 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.
11/15/2018 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.
11/15/2018 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.
11/15/2018 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.
11/15/2018 T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(f)(4) Every interior door, cabinet, and other feature shall be maintained in a safe and structurally sound condition.

Completed Inspections

Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Number: T18DV07267
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Completed Inspections - 2
End Date Description Inspector Results Comments
11/14/2018 INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT VIDAL Approved Received call from office that the house has no heating and electrical issues. Arrived and the husband was on site and did an inspection. The furnace is in a crawl space under the house. The furnace is not working and the ductwork has some on the ground floor. At this time they are using the stove for heat. The water heater has been replaced with new and has new PEX for the water on hot and cold to the house from the water heater. The smoke detectors are lacking in the bedroom and the common area. The front doors are missing the door knobs or are broken. Some of the light fixtures are missing parts or are broken. Has broken windows and have been taped on the interior due to the windows are not sealed. They are using the grey water for the washer machine and the water is staying on the property. Will do N.O.V. RV.
05/20/2019 INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE VIDAL Approved Have been in contact with the daughter of the owner due to the owner is ill and staying with them at this time. All the work has been done and the tenants have moved out who filed the complaint. There are no complaints at this time with the new tenants. The permit for the water heater has been issued, T19CM01289 on 2-21-19. Tried to do an inspection and was unable to get into the property to do the inspection and had no phone number to call. The furnace was repaired and was operable once the repairs were completed. At this time the case will be closed. Violation Abated, Close Case. RV.

Completed Activity Special Conditions

Case Description - RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Case Number - T18DV07267
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 2
Date Name
11/15/2018 CONTACTED BY MAILING
11/15/2018 NOTICE OF VIOLATION ISSUED