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Office of Community and Economic Development
26 September 1986
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Ms. Irene Johnson
3667 Main Street, Apt.9
Springfield, Oregon 97478
Subject: Courtesy Inspection at 3667 Main Street, Apt.12, Springfield, Oregon.
Dear Ms. Johnson:
At the request of your tenant, Randy Walters, The Springfield Building Safety
Division recently conducted an inspection of your property at the above
address. The inspection revealed several items of concern which do not meet the
minimum City Housing Code requirements, and need to be corrected. They
consist of the following:
Structural
1. The balcony guard rail at Apt.12 is loose, and requires additional fasteners:
for proper lateral support.
2. Tile and plaster board are missing around the tub in Apt.12, allowing water
to accumulate in the structure, which contributes to accelerated structural
decay and potential water damage. !
3. Ceiling plaster has separated from its structural supports in the bathroom'
of Apt.42, creating a condition for potential collapse.
4. Moisture was observed under the Southeast building, which appears to be
the result of a damaged or poorly maintained roof drainage system. This
condition can contribute to accelerated deterioration of the under floor
structure. We recommend that the roof drainage system be repaired, and
measures be taken to prevent future moisture accumulations.
5. Stairs and or steps have been installed or modified in a manner which is
potentially hazardous to occupants and visitors in the following locations:
A. Apt. #14,39,44 and 46 - Step heights are inconsistent. All steps on a
stair must be the same height with a maximum variation of 3/8"
between the highest and the lowest step. height.
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B. Apt. #4,8,10,13 and 15 - Stair treads 8l'e inconsistent. All step
surfaces on a stair must be the same depth with a maximum variation
of 3/8" between the largest and the smallest.
C. Apt. #6 and 8 - Steps are missing. The maximum height between
steps, and the minimum size of steps of stairs are as indicated above.
D. Apt. #20 - A void has developed in the step surface at the porch level
due to movement at the ground. The void must be filled to maintain.
a safe walking surface.
Permits will be required for items #2, 3, and 5 above, or any additional modifi-..
cations you may desire which involve changes or additions to the structural,:
electrical, mechanical or plumbing systems. Required permits may be obtained
from this office prior to beginning work.
If we can be of assistance in clarifying the requirements, or the options
available to bring the building into compliance, please call us at 726-3759.
I will be happy to review the requirements at the site with the individual who.
will do the work, if you desire.
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Don Moore
Structural Inspector
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Dave Puent, Building Official
Mike Hudman, Fire Marshal
Winnie Moses, Area Supervisor
700 N, 1st Street, Springfield, Or. 97477
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