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225 FIFTH STREET
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
(541) 726-3753
FAX (541) 726-3689
www.ci.springfield.or.us
March 19, 2007
CERTIFIED LETTER
Sally L Scelson
14644 N Rock Creek Lane
Haines, Oregon 97833
Re: Notice and Order to Comply With The Springfield Building Safety Code
Administrative Code Relative To The Unsafe And Substandard Building At 5201
Forsythia Drive, Springfield, Oregon
Dear Ms. Scelson:
As a result of a recent inspection, the City of Springfield Community S~rvices Division,
Building Safety, has determined that the structure located at the above referenced
location, also known as Lane County Assessors Map #18020421, Tax Lot #05500, for
reasons below, a substandard and unsafe building as described in the Springfield Building
Safety Code Administrative Code. Lane County Assessment and Taxation records reveal
that you are the owner of this property.
Section 203 of the Springfield Building Safety Code Administrative Code classifies
structures, which are structurally inadequate or dangerous to human life as unsafe.
Section 1001 of the Housing Code specifies conditions constituting a substandard
building. The following conditions include but are not limited to conditions existing at'
the structure identified above, classifying it as a substandard and unsafe building.
I. The above referenced location is occupied and currently without permanent electrical
service. The occupants are supplying electrical service to the unit by use of an extension
cord from 5195 Forsythia Drive. The Oregon Electrical Specialty Code states in Article
210.25 "Branch circuits in dwelling units shall supply only loads within that dwelling
unit or loads associated only with that dwelling unit." By using electrical power from
another unit, both units are in violation and the use of the extension cord shall cease
immediately. -Where there is electric power available within 300 feet of the building,
such building shall be connected to electrical power supply.
2. Each dwelling shall be provided with a water closet, lavatory, and a bathtub or
shower. Although these fixtures may be installed in the dwelling, the lack of
water service produces inadequate and unsanitary plumbing sewage facilities.
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Substandard Building
5201 Forsythia Drive
March 19,2007
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3. The Springfield Housing Code requires that every dwelling shall be provided with
electrical lighting, Due to the electrical service being disconnected at this
location, electrical lighting is not available at this time.
4. Section 5.002 (1)(4)(10) 4,410 and 4.416 of the Springfield City Code. Improper
Storage and removal of dead organic matter and debris, Used materials. Stored,
damaged and/or inoperable vehicles. Lack of adequate garbage and rubbish
storage and removal. Because the improper storage and disposition of waste
creates a potentially serious public health hazard, dead organic matter and debris
must be stored in covered leak proof containers and be removed a minimum of
once every,seven (7) days. It is unlawful to park, store, leave or permit the
parking or storage of any licensed or unlicensed motor vehicle which is in a
. rusted, wrecked, partially dismantled, inoperable or abandoned condition, whether
attended or not, or any destruction derby vehicles or race cars or any kind, upon
any public' or private property within the city, unless completely enclosed within a
legally permitted building that is wholly or entirely enclosed except for doors for
use for ingress or egress. Nothing herein shall prohibit the storage of one (1)
vehicle not in violation of other provisions of this code, where the same is
screened from public view within a legally permitted building or behind a six foot
(6') solid fence. Nothing herein shall prohibit the parking or storing or a licensed,
operable legally parked, recreational vehicle.
Section 204 (b) of the administrative Code provides procedures where the Building
Official may require vacation of the premises when cited deficiencies represent an
immediate hazard to life, limb, property or safety of the public or its occupants. Notice is
hereby served that the property is being posted to be vacated by 9:00 a.m. Friday, March
23, 2007 due to the potential hazards to the occupants resulting from the above cited
conditions. If you do not vacate the premise within the time frame specified, the City may
seek compliance with the Building Safety Codes through legal recourse, which may
include Municipal Court proceedings.
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Once the property has been vacated, occupancy shall not take place until the above
mentioned unsafe and substandard conditions are corrected and approved by this office.
Any person having any record, title or legal interest in the building may appeal from this
Notice and Order to the Building Board of Appeals, provided that. the appeal is made in
writing and tiled with the Building Official within two (2) days from the date of service
. of this Notice and Order. Failure to appeal will constitute a waiver of all right to an
administrative hearing' an'a determination of this matter.
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Substandard Building
5201 Forsythia Drive
March 19,2007
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Your anticipated courtesy and cooperation is appreciated. If you have any questions, you
may contact me at 726-3663.
Sincerely, . J-e,v'L r
Guy Dixon "--/..:::r- 0 ' ~
Electrical Inspector
cc: Dave Puent, Community Services Manager .
Springfield Police Department
Springfield Utility Board
Donald and Dorothy Smith
5195 Forsythia
Springfield, Oregon 97478
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