HomeMy WebLinkAboutBuilding Miscellaneous 1981-3-25 (2)
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Mr. Neil Christensen
4835 NW 273rd Avenue
Hillsboro, Oregon
Dear Mr. Christensen:
At your request the Springfield Building Division made a housing inspection at
1899 Scott Road, Springfield, Oregon, on March 26, 1981.
The findings of this inspection justify declaring this building to be a substandard
(bUilding as defined in Section 1001 (a) of the Uniform Housing Code (UHC).
Therefore, any attempt to ~ this building will be governed by Section 104(b)
of the Oregon State Structural Specialty Code (OSSC). This section states that
any additions, alterations or repair.Smust conform to that required for a new
building or structure. Those general requirements are listed below:
Structural Soecialtv Code (SSC)
~ All ~ and deterorated wood must be replaced. The extent of this cannot
'fie deter~ until all underfloor structural elements are exposed.
2. All lumber, plywood, etc., must be graded and stamped by an approved agency
(Section 2505, SSC).
3. There must be a minimum of 18" clearance from the ground ~ all toist or
subfloor and 12" for all be'ams. (Section 2517 (c) 2,SSC). '
4. llz" square feet of foundation ventilation is required for each 25 linear feet of
foundation. (Section 2517 (c) 2,SSC).
5. All headers shall be supported by 2" trimmers. (Section 2518 (g) 7, SSC).
6. All habitable rooms shall have a 7' 6" minimum ceiling height. (Section 1207 (a) SSC).
7. Rafter and ceiling joists must be of sufficient size to carry the load and spans
(Section 251B (h) 2 SSC).
8. Windows shall be of a size and openable area sufficient to provide light, ventilation and
emergency egress. (Section 1204, 1205 (a) SSC).
Oreqon Plumbinq Soecialty Code (PSC)
1. Gas, Water, drainage and vent piping shall be replaced to meet code (Section 505, PSC).
Oreqon Electrical Safety Code (ESC)
1. The house must be totally rewired except for the service. (Section 110-8 ESe, and UHC 701).
2. Properties for sale, lease, or rent shall be wired by an electrical contractor (Section
22.110 (b) ESC).
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You ~ust recognize Qat we c~nn~t list every reql ir ent in the\codes but you ~affsee that
it w 11 be as if re bUlldlng a new home. f'
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If y) ......decide to gc ahead with rep~ s on this bu \lding we will r' . .
str tural elements)of the house, window location;and sizes and l:~~~~~aio~~c'~~~~~s~hOWlng
Acll ~ef~mits must be obtained before work starts and all work shall be inspected before a
ertl lcate of Occupancy will be issued. '
If you have any further questions, please contact the Springfield Building Division at 726-3753.
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Sincerely,
Marion Johnson
Building Inspector
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