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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPermit Correspondence 1994-03-03hdA OREGO'VCITY OF SPIlINGFIELE, DEV ELOP M ENT S ERV ICES DEPART M ENT CERTIF'TED LETTER March 3, 1994 Linda McKay Korth McKay Investment ComPanY 2300 Oakmont WaY, Suite 214 Eugene, OR 97401 Subject:Modified Occupancy Inspection at 480-A Shelly Street, Springfield, Oregon. Current Use: Coffee SuPPIY Service Dear Ms. Korth: At your request, the Community Services Division/Building Safety conducted a1 inspection of ine building at the above address. The purpose of the inspection was to determine the suitability of the buitding for the current use as indicated. Based on the inspector,s observation, the existing conditions which are mentioned below do not meet the minimum Building safety code requirements. corrective measures must be taken to instalt, repair, replace or modify the following items in order for the building to conform to applicable safety codes: PLUMBING 225 FIFTH STREET SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477 (503) 726 375s FAX (503) 726-s689 1 Installation of all plumbing fixtures shall be completed. The upstairs shower shall be instaued in an ,ppro*d manner. The laundry drain downstairs is not an approved installation. The gas-fired water heater mounted on the wall above the sink downstairs is not an approved installation. The appliance is unvented, and use of a LPG fuel tank (apparently connected to the appliance intermittently) is not permitted within buildings. ,, 3 McKay Investments Occupancy Inspection Page 2 The discharge line from the temperature pressure relief valve on the upstairs water heater shall be extended directly to an approved point of discharge using approved material of the same size as the valve outlet and shall terminate at a location that will avoid hazard to persons and property. ELECTRICAL The improper use of extension cords was noted. When used in place of permanent wiring, it is potentially hazardous and can cause electrical shock or fire. Extension cords shall not be used in place of permanent wiring for connection to electrical appliances, equipment or lighting. Building permits must be obtained for the above items which involve repairs or modifications to the structural, electrical, plumbing or mechanical systems of the building and for any additions or revisions you wish to make to the building. Please note that installation or repair of electrical systems on property which is intended for lease, sale or rent must be done by an electrical contractor who is licensed by the State of Oregon. A licensed plumbing contractor is required for all new work and alterations to existing plumbing systems in structures which are for sale, lease or rent. If you need any further information or have any questions regarding the above requirements, please contact the me 726-3759. Sincerely, Don Moore Construction Representative cc:Dave Puent, Community Services Manager 4. d"%,,"-