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SP,lINGFIELO
DEV ELO P M EN T S ERV ICES D EPART M EN T ,2fi,225 FIFTH STREET
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
(5os) 726.s75s
FAX (503) 726-s689
CERTIFTBD LETTER
Marclr 3, L994
Linda McKay Korth
McKay Investment Company
2300 Oakmont Way, Suite 214
Eugene, OR 97401
Subject:Modified Occupancy Inspectiotr at 480-A Shelly Street, Springfield,
Oregon.
Current Use: Coffee Supply Service
Dear l\zk. Korth:
At your request, the Community Services Division/Building Safety conducted an inspection
of the building at the above address. The purpose of the inspection was to detennine the
suitabitity of the building for the current use as indicated.
Based on the irupector's observation, the existing conditions which are mentioned below do
not meet the minimum Building Safety Code requirements. Corrective measures must be
taken to install, repair, replace or modify the following itenrs in order for thc building to
conform to applicable safety codes: n. -
PLI]MBING
Insrtallation of all plumbing fixtures shall be completed. The upstairs shower shall
be installed in an approved manner. The laundry drain dorvnstairs is not an
approved installation.
The gas-fired water heater mounted on the wall above the sink downstairs is not an
approved installation. The apptiance is unvented, and use o[ a LPG fuel tank
(apparently connected to the appliance intermittently) is not pcrnritted rvithilr
buildings.
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TIte discharge line from the tenrperature pressure relief valve on the upstairs water
heater shall be extended directly to an approved point of discharge using approved
rnaterial of the salne sizc as the valve outlet and shall terminate at a location that
rvill 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 rviring for connection to electrical
appliances, equipment or Iighting.
Building permits must be obtained for the above items rvhich involve repairs or
modifications to the structural, electrical, plumbing or mechanical systems of the building
and for any additions or revisions you rvish 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 stmctures rvhich are for sale, lease or rent.
If you need any furlher information or have any questions regarding the above
requirenrents, please contact the me 726-3759.
Sincerely,
Don Moore
Construction Representative
cc Dave Puent, Community Services Manager
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