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CERTIFIED LETTER
October 28, 1986
Mr. Kent O1sen
P.O. Box 65
Creswell, Oregon 97426
(Original letter dated October 8,1986)
Subject: Fire damage at 1925 N.-16th Street, Springfield, Oregon
Dear Mr. Olsen:
At the request of the Springfield Fire and Life Safety Department, The Building
Safety Division recently conducted an inspection of the fire damage at the above
address. The inspection revealed damage which must be corrected in order forthe building to comply with applicabie City codes. The following items must be
repaired or replaced:
Structural
Three ceiling joists between the front bedroom and the hallway have been
damaged beyond repair and must be replaced.
The gypsum board ceiling covering in the hall and bedroom requires
replacement in localized areas.
No smoke detector was observed in the dwelling. Smoke detectors are
required to be installed and maintained, in areas which lead to rooms usedfor sleeping purposes, in all residential units which are leased or rented.
Electrical
Electrical wiring in the area of the fire has been subjected to temperatures
beyond which its insulation rflas designed to withstand. The City Fire
Department has determined that the electrical wiring was the cause of the
fire.
Because of this, and the possibility of remaining hazardous wiring condi-
tions, an inspection was made of the accessible wiring. As a result of this
inspection, we strongly recommend that the building be completely rewired
in order to minimize the potential for future fires. The following defects
in the wiring were found which contribute to this recommendation:A. Substandard wiring was observed throughout the building.B. The electrical service to the building is obsolete with deteriorated
wiring and insufficient height at the service head and utility connec-
tion.
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The service panel is hazardous due to the missing panel cover,
unsealed knockout holes and is improperly grounded. In addition, its
location above grounded equipment is not permitted due to the
potential hazard for shock.
The dryer outiet is improperly installed with unsecured wiring and an
unprotected outlet device.
Wiring in the attic is substandard with numerous defects.
Permits will be required for for repair of the above items, or any additional
modifications you may desire which involve changes or additions to the struc-
tural, electrical, mechanical or piumbing systems. Required permits may be
obtained from this office.
Please note that installation and 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.
If we can be of assistance in clarifying the requirements or the options available
to bring the building into compliance, please caII us aL 726-3759,
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Sincerely,
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Don Moore
Structural Insp.
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' Jim Matteson
Electrical Insp.
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Dave Puent, Building Official
Mike Hudman, Fire Marshal
Lisa Wamen
1331 Piedmont
Springfield, Or. 97477