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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPermit Fire Department Referral 1990-7-23 ....,~ .. . . . '-. .~.---. SPRI.IELD ~ . A:;) ;) ~ ~, . ... ...,,~ .' " DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS METROPOLITAN WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT 225 FIFTH STREET SPRINGFIELD. OR 97477 (503) 726-3753 CERTIFIED LETTER July 23, 1990 Margaret L Batchelor P.O. Box 611 Springfield, OR 97477 Subject: Fire Department Referral at 4260 Daisy Street Springfield, Oregon. City Job #900895 At the request of the Springfield Fire and Life Safety Department, the ," Building Safety Division conducted a' building safety inspection at the above address. The inspection revealed conditions which must be corrected in order for the building to comply with applicable City Building Safety Codes. The following items must be repaired, replaced, installed or modified: Structural 1. Windows and/or doors are broken or missing creating a potential for weather infiltration. 2. Every dwelling unit and guest room shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maint.aining a room temperature of 68 degrees F. at a point 3 feet above the floor in all habitable rooms. 3. Existing wiring in walls shall be adequately protected from damage by the application of approved wall materials, such as 1/4" paneling or 1/2" gypsum board. Carpeting tacked to the studs is not acceptable as adequate protection and adds to the potential for the spread of fire. 4. The wood landing outside the rear exit door, of the building shall be repaired to eliminate existing voids in the :walking surface. 5. Because of numerous potential hazards affecting the safe use of the attic storage area, this portion of the structure cannot be used for sleeping quarters, or any other form of human habitation. The interior ladder must be removed and the interior opening to the attic closed off to prevent access for such use. , .r . . Margaret L Batchelor July 23, 1990 Page 2 Electrical 6. Broken or missing cover plates were noted on electrical outlets, switches and/or junction boxes which require replacement to reduce the possibility of electrical shock or fire. 7. Exposed elec:trical wiring subject to physical damage shall be protected at the water heater. Flexible conduit protection shall be extended and secured to the point .of connection of the water heater in an approved manner. The above refers to conditions which exist in the converted garage structure rehind the residence. This property is zoned for use as a single family dwelling only. This building may remain occupied only as long as the property is rented as a single family dwelling and the occupants are related to the renter of the property. . The required corrections shall be completed with appropriate inspection approvals from this office within fifteen (15) days from the date of this notice. In the event you do not comply with these requirements within the specified time limit, legal action may be taken to obtain compliance. If you have any questions or need clarification of the above requirements, please call the Building Safety Division at 726-3759. Sincerely, fLft;J<?>M- Don Moore Structural Inspector cc: Dave Puent, Building Official Mike Hudman, Fire Marshal Francis Wilson, 4260 Daisy Street, Springfield, OR "