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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSpecial Inspection Building 1992-5-7 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS METROPOLITAN WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT 225 FIFTH S7F?EET SPFlINGFIELO, 0.'1 ~;C;77 (503) 726,3753 May 7, 1992 CERTIFIED LETTER Cecil Hodges 1670 Oak Street Eugene, OR 97401 Subject: Courtesy Inspection at 5272 Main Street #15, Springfield, Oregon. Dear ,Mr. Hodges: At the request of your tenant, the Springfield Building Safety Division conducted an inspection of the property located at the abo"e address. The inspection revealed items ....hich do not meet the minimum City Housing Code requirements and must be corrected. They consist of the following: Structural 1. Deterioration is evident in the roof covering and ....indow sills, allowing for weather infiltration. Electrical 2. Due to inadequate and improper maintenance, illegal alterations and/or additions to the original system, and deterioration resulting from "old age", the existing electrical service equipment creates a potential hazard for electrical shock or fire and shall be replaced. A new meter base and electrical service panel shall be installed in compliance with the current Oregon Electrical Specialty Code. 3. The unprotected, branch circuit electrical cable below the existing fuse box has deteriorated to a potential hazardous condition. The electrical cable shall either be abandoned in an approved manner, or replaced with electrical wiring suitable for the conditions of installation and use. -. " , . . Cecil Hodges Page 2 4. All inoperable or damaged electrical outlets and switches creating a potential hazard for electrical shock or fire shall either be repaired or replaced. 5. 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 run through floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows or other similar openings. The above required corrections shall be completed with appropriate inspection approvals from this office within 20 days from the date of this letter or measures to discontinue the use of the building may be initiated. 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. If you need any further information or have any questions regarding the above requirements, please contact the appropriate inspector noted below between the hours of 8:00-9:00 a.m., 1:00-2:00 p.m., or 4:00-4:30 p.m. at 726-3759. Sinc~5elY , -- ~ ~~ Jim Hays 0 Electrical Inspector "="- -ffYI'\ Tom Marx Building Inspector cc: Dave Puent, Building Official ,- SENDER: . Complete items 1 and/or 2 for additional services. . Complete items 3, and 40 & b. . Print your name end address on the reverso of this form so that we cen return this card to you. .. . Attach this form to the front of the mailpiece, or on the beck if space does not permit. . Write "Return Receipt Requested" oothemailpiec8.below the aniclenumber 2. D Restricted Delivery . The Return Receipt Fee will provide you the signature of the person deliveret ~o end the dete of dellverv_" - , I Consult Dostmaster for fee. 3, Article Addressed to: 14a. Aprticlle69NUm5be78r 461 Cee i1 Hodges 1670 Oak Street ~ 4b, Service Type o Registered 0 Insured Eugene, OR 97401 ~Certified D COD , DExpress Mail D Return Receipt for Merchandise ) 7. Date of Den:;.ery a '1- 4t- Tom Marx RE: 5272 Main #15 , , , " I also wish to receive the following services lfor an extra fee): 1. fi Addressee's Address 'I 'I I I I 5. Signature (Ad~~es.see) 8. Addressee's Address (Only if requested and fee is paid) 6~]:.Qj I PS Form 3811. November 1990 *U,S,QPO.,..,-2S7<,66 DOMESTIC RETURN RECEIPT UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE Official Business ~ BIll PENAL TV FOR PRIVATE USE, $300 Print your name, address and ZIP Code here . . ---~ I ~:tf!FJ_@J0;(;!U.i,:r:t1.'1I1'l@~~' . ~Ci' DEVELOPMENT SERVrCES <25 FIFTH STREET '!)"I,I"'I';'fr:"1 f) (OR .)"11,7;