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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Building Standards Board - 10/28/1993 MINUTES OF THE BUILDING STANDARDS BOARD OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS OCTOBER 28, 1993 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBER ABSENT Urban Anslinger Ismael Salazar Alicia G. Cuellar Bill Ewing,Jr. Ben Grande,Jr. Rev. Harvey Houston D.Ray Jones STAFF PRESENT Sue Corey, Zoning/Code Enforcement Administrator Betty J. Hines, Secretary II The meeting was called to order by Ben Grande, Vice Chairman at 1:35 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall. A quorum was present. Staff introduced the new Director of Community Development, Mr. Michael Reuwsaat and Mr. D. Ray Jones a new board member. The meeting was opened by informing those present that the appropriate notices had been sent to the property owners and notices published in the newspaper. A slide presentation showing the condition of each property was conducted by staff. The following are summaries of action taken by the Board on the respective properties: 9161 Scapular This house is on concrete piers which are sunken and uneven. Sills and joists are rotted and sagging and not to City Code. The exterior walls are wood siding which is rotted, loose, cracked, missing and in need of paint. The roof is composition shingles which are worn and loose. The eaves are rotted. The porch landing is loose, supports are loose, front steps are loose. The windows frames, sills and sashes are rotted. Window panes are broken. Window screens are broken and missing. The front door is broken and screen is broken. The electrical and plumbing systems is obsolete. Walls and ceilings are in need of repairs. Kitchen cabinets need to be replaced. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If repairs or demolition are not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 1 SCANNED Mr. E.G. Olivares, representing the Estate of Susana Olivares, was present and addressed the Board. Mr. Olivares stated that they are trying to get all the heirs together to decide on what to do with the property to either sell, demolish or repair the property. Also present was Susan McCoy representing Helen Chapa an heir to the Estate. Ms. Cuellar made the motion to accept staff recommendations, seconded by Rev. Houston. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If repairs or demolition are not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 2022 Mary This is a single residential dwelling. The foundation consists of concrete piers which are sunken, sills are rotted, sagging. The floor joists are sagging. The exterior walls are wood siding which is rotted, broken and in need of painting. The roof has wood shingles which are rotted, loose ridge and has holes. Rafters are sagging and rotted eaves. The front and rear porches have rotted landings, missing supports and the wooden steps are torn and/or broken. Windows have rotted frames, sashes and broken panes. Windows screens are either torn/or broken. The front and rear doors are either rotted or broken. Door sills are broken, hardware is missing and door screens are also torn and/or broken. The plumbing fixture are broken and unsanitary and defective. There is no running water. The kitchen sink is broken and faucets are broken. The interior of this house is unfit for human habitation. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. Mr. Aurelio Hernandez, the owner, was present and addressed the Board. Mr. Hernandez is a carpenter by trade. He has no source of income. He has family but chooses not to live with them. He lives there with no utilities but has electricity. Mr. Hernandez was referred to the Rehab Division where he could apply for a demolition/grant. The City Rehab 2 division is working with Mr. Hernandez to find him alternate housing. Ms. Cuellar made the motion to accept staff recommendation, seconded by Mr. Anslinger. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 1217 Nagle This residential structure has been involved in a fire. Fire damage has been extensive and has destroyed this structure to a high degree of disrepair. Electrical and plumbing are obsolete. Accessory Structure R.V. trailer which is in a dilapidated state. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. Mr. Ewing made the motion to accept staff recommendation, seconded Mr. Jones. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 121 Rex This is a six (6) stall garage with storage that is set on a concrete beam foundation. Floor sills are rotted and/or missing. Exterior walls consists of asbestos shingles that are either cracked, broken and/or missing. Roof consists of built-up materials that are worn and rotted. Roof rafters and eaves are either sagging and/or rotted. Door units, window units are rotted, broken and/or missing. Electrical is obsolete. 3 STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. Mr. Ewing made the motion to accept staff recommendations, seconded by Mr. Jones. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 10434 Leopard This building is on a concrete slab. The foundation is cracked and uneven and does not meet City Code. Sills are rotted and broken. The exterior walls are wood siding and concrete blocks which are cracked. The facia and soffit are rotted, loose, broken and missing. The built- up roof is worn and leaking. The electrical system has been disconnected. The interior walls and ceilings are in need of repairs. Floors are in need of replacement. The kitchen cabinets need to be replaced. The plumbing and electrical systems are defective. Windows and doors are also in need of repairs. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. if demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be , allowed to complete the. demolition. If repairs or demolition are not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. Mr. Ewing made the motion to accept staff recommendations, seconded by Mr. Jones. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If 4 repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If repairs or demolition are not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 629 Belma This residential structure is set on a pyramid piers that are not properly anchored. Sills and floor joists are either broken, rotted and sagging. Exterior walls consist of asbestos shingles that are cracked, broken or missing. Roof consists of composition shingles that are rotted and worn. Porch supports, steps and landings are rotted and/or missing. Windows and window units are rotted, broken and/or missing. Screen doors and door units are rotted, broken and/or missing. The interior of this structure has been totally gutted. Electrical and plumbing systems are obsolete. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 1327-10th Street This is a single story building. The foundation consists of concrete piers and concrete blocks which are sunken. The sills and floor joists are at ground level and rotted. The composition roof is worn and has holes. The walls consists of celotex siding over wood and are worn missing and has holes. The windows have missing or torn screens, broken panes and rotted sills and sashes. The front and back doors are broken. Doors screens are missing. The electrical system is disconnected. The interior of this house has been heavily vandalized. The floors are rotted. The plumbing and electrical systems are defective. The front porch has a support column missing. Detached Garage Roof is metal. Walls are wood and metal. Foundation is of concrete blocks and has rotted sills. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty. (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as 'required, the City be authorized to demolish. 5 • Mr. Ewing made the motion to accept staff recommendations, seconded by Mr. Jones. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 1117-7th Street This is a single story dwelling. The composition roof is worn. The walls have wood siding which is rotted with holes and in need of painting. The foundation consists of cedar posts. The windows have broken panes, and torn, missing and/or broken screens. The sills are rotted or missing. Front and rear doors are broken with torn screens. The plumbing and electrical is obsolete. The interior walls and ceilings are in need of repairs and painting. The oak floors have some rot and vinyl floors are also in need of replacement. The detached garage has a concrete slab which is cracked and uneven, with rotted sills. The walls consists of wood siding which are rotted, buckled and has holes. The composition roof is rotted, worn and has holes. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be requiredto demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. Mr. Ewing made the motion to accept staff recommendation, seconded by Mr. Jones. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 9122 Simon This house is on pyramid piers which are sunken, leaning, cracked and do not meet City Code. The sills and floor joists are rotted, sagging and broken. The exterior walls are wood and celotex wall covering which are loose, torn, rotted, broken and cracked. The roof is composition and is 6 worn, loose ridge and rotted eaves. The front porch floor is loose, with missing supports and broken and missing steps. Windows have rotted sills, frames and sashes, broken panes missing and torn screens. Door screens are missing. The batten boards are broken and missing. The interior is in dilapidated condition and is unfit for human habitation. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If repairs or demolition are not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. Mr. Ewing made the motion to accept staff recommendation, seconded by Mr. Jones.. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If repairs or demolition are not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 1607 (aka) 1609 Morris This is a single story frame dwelling resting upon cedar post piers which are sunken and leaning. The exterior walls are constructed of horizontal 1"x8" board siding, portions of which are rotted. The outside of the structure in need of painting. The ends of the rafters at the eaves are rotted. Some window units are missing screens and the front screen door is water damaged. The front door sill is rotted and the external water heater closet door needs repair. The front porch decking and steps are decayed. No interior inspection was performed due to inaccessibility. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandardand dilapidated condition of the structure, a. hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs. or demolition within thirty (30) days._ If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If repairs are not started and completed as required the City be authorized to file charges in Municipal Court for abatement of said nuisance. 7 1619-B Morris This is a single story frame dwelling on concrete piers. The floor sills, are rotted. The exterior walls are constructed of 1"x8" horizontal board siding, portions of which are rotted, broken or missing. The outside of the structure in need of painting. The window units are missing screens, or have screening materials that do not meet housing code. The front door and its frame are rotted, the screen door is damaged. The front door hardware is defective. The front porch floor and steps are decayed. The door_ to the external water heater closet is broken. No interior survey was performed. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days.. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60,) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If repairs are not started and completed as required the City be authorized to file charges in Municipal Court for abatement of said nuisance. 710-14th Street This is a single story frame dwelling resting on concrete piers. The concrete piers are sunken, causing the floor to sag. The floor sills and joists are rotted. The exterior walls are constructed of 1"x8" horizontal board siding, a portion of which is loose or rotted. The exterior of the structure is in need of painting. The front porch decking and steps are rotted and broken. The window units have broken panes and rotted sills. Window screens are torn, and some missing. The front door is rotted and has faulty hardware. The electrical system is obsolete. No interior survey was performed. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety. and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If demolition is started, an additional thirty (30)' days be allowed to complete the demolition. If repairs or demolition are not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 1621 Morris' This is a single story frame dwelling on concrete piers. The floor sills are rotted. The exterior walls are constructed of 1"x8" horizontal board siding, portions of which are rotted, broken or missing. The outside of the structure in need of painting. The window units are missing screens, or have screening materials that do not meet housing code. The front door and its frame are rotted, the screen door is damaged. The front door hardware is defective. The front porch 8 floor and steps are decayed. The door to the external water heater closet is broken. No interior survey was performed. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If repairs are not started and completed as required the City be authorized to file charges in Municipal Court for abatement of said nuisance. A letter was received from Mr. Rocha, owner of 1607 Morris, 1619 Morris, 1621 Morris and 710-14th Street,stating he will have all repairs finish within ninety (90) days. Mr. Ewing made the motion to accept staff recommendation, seconded by Mr. Jones. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and. dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If repairs or demolition are not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 1133 (aka) 1137 Oberste This residential structure is set on concrete piers. Floor joists and sills are rotted and sagging. Exterior walls consists of wood that is rotted and in need of paint. Roof consists of composition materials that is worn and eaves are rotted. Rear porch step, floor and landing are missing. Window units and window screens are either rotted, broken and/or missing. Door units and screen doors are either broken, rotted and/or missing. Electrical and plumbing are obsolete. ACCESSORY STRUCTURE R/V trailer being used as storage building. Roof and wall consists of metal not anchored. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26. (G) , (1) , (a) of the City housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If repairs or demolition are not 9 started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. Mr. Ewing made the motion to accept staff recommendations, seconded by Mr. Jones. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY. OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (a) of the City housing Code and due to the substandard and dilapidated condition of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to start repairs or demolition within thirty (30) days. If repairs are started, anadditional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete repairs to City Code Standards. If demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If repairs or demolition are not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. 1234-2nd Street This two story apartment building is set on concrete piers. Asbestos exterior walls is loose, broken and is in need of paint. Windows are broken and screens either torn or missing. Doors are broken and hardware missing. Rear porch floor, steps, and supports are rotted. Interior wall and ceiling covers have holes and are in need of paint. Interior of this structure is badly vandalized. Roof consist of composition and roll roofing which is worn and deteriorated. Rafters are sagging and eaves. are rotted. Accessory structure This accessory structure (a garage apartment) is set on concrete slab. Exterior siding is loose, worn and is in need of paint. Porch floor and stairs are rotted and loose. Composition roof is worn. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed to complete the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. A letter was received from Mr. Tony Bonilla, owner, asking for a thirty (30) day extension. Mr. Ewing made the motion to amend the staff recommendation if demolition is started, an additional thirty (30) days be allowed for the owner to get permission from Mortgage Company and proceed with the demolition, seconded by Mr. Jones. Motion passed unanimously. SUMMARY OF THE BOARD DECISION: Under the provisions of Section 13-26 (G) , (1) , (c) of the City Housing Code and due to the substandard and intrinsic state of disrepair of the structure, a hazard to the health, 10 safety and welfare of the public is henceforth declared. Therefore the owner be required to demolish the structure within thirty (30) days. If the demolition is started, an additional sixty (60) days be allowed to complete the demolition and getting permission from the Mortgage Company to proceed with the demolition. If demolition is not started and completed as required, the City be authorized to demolish. Mrs. Vickers was also present to give the Board a update on the building at 1801 Paul Jones. She was asked to bring a quarterly report to the Board The issue of the election of Officers for the Board was discussed. A motion was made by Ms. Cuellar to nominate Mr. Ben Grande for Chairman of the Board, seconded by Rev. Houston. Motion passed unanimously. A motion was made by Mr. Anslinger to nominate Ms. Cuellar as Vice Chairman of the Board, seconded by Mr. Ewing. Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Anslinger made the motion to adjourn the hearing, seconded by Mr. Ewing. Motion passed unanimously. S Meeting adjourned at 2 :15 p.m. /bh minutes.102893 11