HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006 - Violation Notice and Order - Karch Robert - 20060421000209 RETURN ADDRESS:
City of Tukwila
Att: Kathryn A. Stetson 20060421000209
6200 Southcenter Boulevard CITY OF TUKWIL C 34.00
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Tukwila WA 98188 -2544 04/21/2006 09:39
KING COUNTY, WA
Document Title: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Reference Number(s) of Related Documents: RFA05 -048
Property Owner: Robert W. Karch
SUBJECT PREMISES: Premises known as 12909 East Marginal Way S.,
Tukwila, WA 98168
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Parcel No: 2384200055
Case No: City of Tukwila Case No. RFA05 -048
Violation: The City of Tukwila inspected the subject premises at the
above referenced address and determined that the following
items may be in violation of. TMC 8.28.020. See Attached
Notice and Order of Violation.
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8.45.050(D)
The undersigned City of Tukwila Code Enforcement Officer, hereby certifies and states that:
Violation Location: 12909 East Marginal Way So. File RFA05 -048
Owner Name: Robert W Karch
Address. 6905 S. Tyler St.
City/State/zip: Tacoma, WA 98409
is in violation of Tukwila's Municipal Code (TMC),
TMC Chapter: TMC 8.28.020 International Property Maintenance Code (adopted)
Specifically: IPMC 108.1.3 Structure unfit for human occupancy. "A structure is unfit for
human occupancy whenever the code official finds that such structure is
unsafe, unlawful or, because of the degree to which the structure is in
disrepair or lacks maintenance, is insanitary, vermin or rat infested, contains
filth and contamination, or lacks ventilation, illumination, sanitary or heating
facilities or other essential equipment required by this code, or because the
location of the structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants of the. structure
or to the public."
The City has been notified by King County Housing Authority that the septic
system at this residence has failed completely and that Public Health has been
notified to inspect. Lack of a functional septic system renders this residence
unfit for human occupancy. You must take immediate action to repair or
replace the system as required by Public Health. This structure cannot be
occupied until you can demonstrate to the City that all repairs have been
made and the system is functional. You must immediately secure the
.structure against unlawful entry. A Notice of Condemnation has been posted.
Specifically: IPMC 307.1 Accumulation of rubbish, debris, garbage. "All exterior property
and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any
accumulation of rubbish or garbage."
IPMC 307.2.1 Rubbish storage facilities. "The owner of every occupied premises
shall supply approved covered containers for rubbish, and the owner of the
premises shall be responsible for the removal of rubbish."
There is an accumulation of debris around the residence: plastic garbage bags pijed
up, many discarded tires covered by blackberry vines, garbage and discards in
the front, side and back yard areas. (See photos attached).
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Correct Action required:
Compliance Date Immediately
Corrective Action Discontinue occupancy of the residence.
Compliance Date January 31, 2006
Corrective Action Remove all debris, garbage, lumber, tires, building materials, etc. from the entire
premises.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS ORDER MAY SUBJECT YOU TO A MONETARY PENALTY OF UP TO $500 PER DAY
FOR EACH DAY THAT THE VIOLATION EXISTS UNDER THE PROVISIONS SET FORTH IN TMC 8.45.100(2).
Anneal Provisions:
A person may, within ten days of receipt of this notice, file with the City Clerk a written notice of appeal containing the following:
1. A heading with the words: "Before the Hearing Officer of the City of Tukwila;
2. A caption reading: "Appeal of giving the names of all appellants participating in the appeal;
3. A brief statement setting forth the legal interest of each of the appellants in the property involved in the notice and order;
4. A brief statement of the specific order or action protested, together with any material facts claimed to support the
contentions of the appellant or appellants;
5. A brief statement of the relief sought, and the reasons why it is claimed that the notice and order should be reversed,
modified, or otherwise set aside;
6. The signature of all persons named as appellants, and their official mailing addresses;
7. The verification (by declaration under penalty of perjury) of each appellant as to the truth of the matters stated in the
appeal.
Failure to appeal this Violation Notice and Order shall constitute a waiver of all rights to any additional administrative hearings.
Failure to respond may result in the matter being forwarded to the City Attorney for further action.
Signed. Today's date: January 24, 2006
Name: Kathryn A. Stetson Phone: 206/431 -3682
Title: Code Enforcement Officer Email: kstetson @ci.tukwila.wa.us
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