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08/20/2012 MINUTESMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION MONDAY, AUGUST 20, 2012 4:00 P.M. 1. Don Wilson called the Building and Standards Commission Meeting to order at 4:00 P.M. Roll was called. A. The following members were present: Johnny Norris Wendell Moore Don Wilson Ryan Lassiter Chris Brown B. Staff present: Robert Talley Nicki Brown John Lestock 2. Approval of minutes from previous meetings. (July 30, 2012) Motion was made by Johnny Norris and seconded by Chris Brown to approve the minutes for the July 30, 2012 meeting. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 3. Public Hearing to consider presentations by City of Paris Code Inspectors and owner(s) and /or lien holder(s) of the below properties who have been given notice of a violation of Article III of Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Paris, Paris, Texas, entitled "Substandard and Dangerous Buildings and Structures ": Request was made by Robert Talley to move to item 3 (G), 327 E. Washington; Lot 15, City Block 146 G. 327 E. Washington, Lot 15, City Block 146 Owner: Jan O'Brien Dyke, 731 SE 3rd Paris, TX 75460 Present: Jan O'Brien Dyke and Michael Johnson (renter) Mr. Talley stated that the property at 327 E. Washington has holes in the roof, deterioration of shingles, rotting wood, several dogs are being housed in the property, the roof is buckling, the window seals are pushing out and several windows are broken. The property owner tried to tarp the roof but the tarp is ripping. Jan O'Brien Dyke and Michael Johnson spoke to the council and explained that the neighbors have broken the windows and the police have been notified. Michael stated that a tree fell on the roof and caused damage and that they are willing to do the repairs that need to be done to repair the property. Don Wilson stated that the property has had no repairs for the last year and a half. He asked if Mrs. Dyke and Mr. Johnson knew how much it would cost to repair the property. Mr. Johnson stated that he talked to City Hall about a permit to start repairs. Johnny Norris asked if the only occupants of the house were the dogs and Mr. Johnson stated they have two dogs and they are the only occupants at this time. Mr. Wilson and Mr. Moore explained that the property owners are looking at 5 -6 thousand dollars in repairs. Johnny Norris asked Mrs. Dyke and Mr. Johnson what they could accomplish in the next 60 -90 days. Mr. Johnson stated that they could have the roof and windows fixed. Mr. Wilson explained what happens if no progress is made in the next 60 days. Robert Talley's recommendation: Repair property within 60 days if not the City has the right to bring the property back to the Building and Standards Meeting. Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Wendell Moore to allow Mrs. Dyke 60 days to repair the property, if not the property will be brought back to the Building and Standard Commission. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 Request was made by Robert Talley to move to item 3 (E), 1710 Bonham; Lot All 2 16 % 3 17, City Block 1 E. 1710 Bonham, Lot All 2 16 !/23 17, Block 1, Warren Addition Owner: Jay S. Merritt, 77 CR 45860 Blossom, TX 75416 Present: Jay S. Merritt Robert Talley showed the Commission that the property is unsecure, windows broken, doors open, ceiling gone and you can see the rafter, house is sinking, inside wall is cracked, and the foundation is buckled. Mr. Merritt agrees the structure on the Maple side of the property needs to be torn down. He has started the search of prices to have it torn down verses him tearing the structure down. He is in a financial bind and asked for 90 days. Robert Talley's recommendation: 90 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Ryan Lassiter, seconded by Chris Brown to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in 90 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 A. 109 NW 23rd; Lot 1, City Block 195 Owner: Elizabeth Leija 510 NE 17th Paris, TX 75460 The Leija's visited with Robert Talley today. Robert Talley showed the Commission that the property at 109 NW 23rd has broken windows, it's unsecure, has no sheet rock on the ceiling, chimney has been busted out, has a tree growing inside the house, and has a well under the house. The Leija's agree that the property needs to be demolished and want the City of Paris to tear down the house and they will make arrangement to pay the demolition fees. Mr. Wilson stated that this house is unsafe due to the open well under the house. He instructed Robert Talley to put yellow security tape up until the structure is demolished. Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Chris Brown, seconded by Wendell Moore to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 B. 1221 NW 17th; Lot 10 -1), Block 1, Few Addition Owner: Rochelle Pratt PO Box 572 Paris, TX 75461 Robert Talley stated that he has had no contact with the property owner. Robert Talley stated that this is one of the better properties we have looked at but due to no improvements in the past three years he doesn't see the property getting the repairs. The property is unsecure, has no door knob, broken windows, and the roof is deterioration on the edges. Mr. Wilson stated that this is a good example of a house that doesn't need to be torn down. He asked John Lestock to research how we can sell this property and what we can do since the property owner cannot be found. Johnny Norris suggests that the City secure the property at the owner's expense while the research is being done. Mrs. Lancaster asked if the property taxes are paid up to date. If not the property might be eligible for a tax sale. Robert Talley will research this. Robert Talley's recommendation: This property will be tabled until the September Meeting while John Lestock (City Attorney) and Robert Talley do research on the property. Motion was made by Ryan Lassiter, seconded by Chris Brown to table this property until the September meeting. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 C. 101 NW 24th; Lot 8, City Block 3 Owner: Michael McHughes 101 24th NW Paris, TX 75460 Robert Talley stated that no contact has been made with the property owner. Robert Talley gave a little history on this property. The property was brought to the BSC about three years ago and the previous owner was going to fix and repair the property. After that the property sold and no repairs were done. The property has deterioration, the foundation is damaged, rotten wood, and junk is being stored inside. Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Ryan Lassiter, seconded by Johnny Norris to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 D. 166 NW 13t', Lot 3, City Block 48 Owner: Grove Trust J L Moore Trustee 813 Simmons Dr. Euless, TX 76040 Robert Talley stated no contact has been made with the owners. Robert Talley said the structure has a hole in the roof, the roof is buckling, it's unsecure, has broken windows, the back part is collapsing, and the shed behind the main house is also dilapidated. Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Wendell Moore, seconded by Johnny Norris to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 F. 1533 Bonham, Lot W % of 2, Block 1, S J Wright Addition Owner: John Alfred Baker 12890 Hillcrest Rd. Ste. 103 Dallas, TX 75230 Robert Talley has had no contact with the owner but that Audra Lane, West side code enforcement officer has in the past had contact with the owner. Robert said the property is unsecure, has broken windows, deteriorating shingles, boards missing, door is sinking, hole in roof, and missing wood. Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Ryan Lassiter, seconded by Chris Brown to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 H. 530 E Washington, Lot 2, City Block 161 Owner: Lois Payne 530 E Washington, Paris, TX 75460 Robert Tally stated that he has had no contact with the owner. Robert Talley stated that the front door is missing and the property owner hung a black tarp up to secure the building. The property has missing wood, the roof is buckled and sinking and the back of the house is collapsing. Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Wendell Moore to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 I. 540 E Washington, Lot 3, City Block 161 Owner: Salvador & Maria De Lourdes Pineda Gomez 1137 NE 7th Paris, TX 75460 Robert Talley stated that no contact has been made with the property owner. Robert Talley said the property is unsecure, there are no floors, no support beams, and only 80% of the walls are left. Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Wendell Moore, seconded by Johnny Norris to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 J. 1358 W Booth, Lot 3, City Block 231 -A Owner: Wayne Kerby PO Box 334 Paris, TX 75461-0334 Robert Talley stated that he spoke with Mr. Kerby. Robert Talley said that Mr. Kerby agrees that the structure needs to come down. The property is unsecure, the roof is gone, and Mr. Kerby has contacted Sanitation Solutions about demolishing the structure. Sanitation Solutions stated that they are behind about 30 days and this was confirmed by Robert Talley. Robert Talley's recommendation: 90 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Chris Brown, seconded by Johnny Norris to follow Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in 90 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 4. Update from Code Enforcement (1) Robert Talley gave the Commission several charts showing that all funds have been used for demolitions. Mr. Talley stated that permission has been granted to continue demolitions at this time. (2) Don Wilson asked why Old Council chamber Abatement was on the charts Robert Talley gave the Commission. Mr. Wilson said that they City should have a maintence budget and this should not come out of the BSC budget. (3) Don Wilson asked what Utility Billing Internal Payment is and Robert Talley answered that he would have to look into this. (4) Robert Talley stated even though the budget is out of money we still have 15 structures that will be done by Sanitation Solution under the Landfill Contract. Mr. Talley stated that Sanitation Solutions does the demolition for free on these structures and the City of Paris pays the landfill costs. (5) Mr. Wilson informed the Commission that a Special Meeting has been set for August 30, 2012 at 4:OOpm to discuss 260 S. Main and 107 Grand Ave. Robert stated that a structural engineer report for 260 S. Main St. stated the building is unsafe. (6) Robert Talley talked about 304 N. Main and that the Fire Marshall has taken over this and is shutting the business down. 5. Future agenda items (1) Don Wilson asked that in the future that Robert Talley provide the Commission with the amount due in taxes on properties. 6. Adjournment Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Ryan Lassiter to adjourn the meeting at 5:03pm. Motion carried unanimously. 5 -0 Next BSC Special Meeting is scheduled for August 30th at 4:OOpm. APPROVED THIS 17" DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2012. Ryan tassiter, Vice Chairman