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Case: T20DV00750
Case Details
Entered Date:
01/31/2020
Applicant:
TORINO AVENUE LLC ATTN: MARGEAUX BOWERS
Description:
MINIMUM HOUSING ISSUES
Case Violations
Case Number: T20DV00750
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Violations: 9
| Violation Date | Code Statue |
|---|---|
| 01/31/2020 | 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. |
| 01/31/2020 | 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. |
| 01/31/2020 | 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. |
| 01/31/2020 | 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. |
| 01/31/2020 | 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. |
| 01/31/2020 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-11(f)(3) Every floor and floor support shall be maintained in a safe and structurally sound condition, and every existing floor covering shall be maintained in safe condition that is free of defect or deterioration that creates an unsafe or unsanitary condition. |
| 01/31/2020 | T.C. Ch. 16, Sec. 16-12(a)(3) BOARDED WINDOW OR DOOR OPENINGS. a. No occupied structure may have boarded window or door openings, except as necessary on a temporary basis to keep the structure secure while under repair. b. While vacant structures may temporarily be secured by boarding up window and door openings in accordance with section 16-14(b), having or maintaining boarded window or door openings on a vacant structure for 180 days or more in any one-year period is prohibited. |
| 01/31/2020 | 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. |
| 01/31/2020 | 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. |
Completed Inspections
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Case Number: T20DV00750
Case Description: RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Total Completed Inspections - 2
| End Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2020 | INSP - INITIAL CODE ENFORCMENT | VALDEZ | Approved | ON SITE INSPECTION: UNIT 5 REAR EXIT DOOR AND BEDROOM DOOR HAVE MISSING DOOR HANDLES BROKEN CERAMIC TILES IN THE HALL WAY AND KITCHEN AREA KITCHEN AREA HAS UNSECURED RECEPTACLE OUTLET ENCLOSURE AND MISSING COVER PLATE ON ADJACENT OUTLET BOX BASE BOARDS HEATERS ARE INOPERABLE IN LIVING ROOM AND BEDROOM PEX WATER SUPPLY LINES INSTALLED WITHOUT PERMITS IN WATER HEATER. COMPARTMENT AREA BATHROOM HAS UNPROTECTED PEX LINE, NO PERMIT FRONT WINDOW HAS MISSING SEAL FRONT WINDOW IS BOARDED NO SMOKE DETECTORS EXIT DOORS LACKS WEATHER STRIPPING FRONT DOOR MISSING TRIM |
| 07/17/2020 | INSP - FOLLOW UP CODE ENFORCE | VALDEZ | Approved | NOBODY HOME, LEFT BUSINESS CARD, THERE IS A NEW FRONT WINDOW. THE SIDE WINDOW HAS ONE BOARD WITH BROKEN GLASS OUTSIDE , NO PERMIT FOR NEW PEX |
Completed Activity Special Conditions
Case Description - RES: MINIMUM HOUSING
Case Number - T20DV00750
Case Status: COMPLIAN
Total Completed Case Activity Conditions: 4
| Date | Name |
| 01/31/2020 | CONTACTED BY PHONE |
| 01/31/2020 | CONTACTED IN PERSON |
| 01/31/2020 | NOTICE AND ORDER ISSUED |
| 03/11/2021 | VIOLATION CLOSED |