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Home My WebLink AboutCity File - Appeal Packet -Newland CODE24-000437CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: The following exhibits were entered into the record: CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT Warning of Violation Armondo Pavone Mayor Community & Economic Development Gina Estep, Administrator Issued To: Mary Newland 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton, WA 98058 Date: July 11, 2024 Code Case No: CODE24-000437 Owner (Tax-Payer): Mary Newland Violation Address: 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton, WA 98058-6043 An inspection of the above premises revealed violation(s) of the City of Renton Municipal Code and Ordinances listed below. Compliance or corrective action must be completed by 7/26/2024. If voluntary compliance is not achieved, a Criminal Citation MAY be issued. The violation(s) listed below are deemed a Class 1 Civil Infraction pursuant to Chapter 7.80 RCW, and any such person shall be assessed a monetary penalty of up to two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per violation. Each day or portion of a day the violation(s) remain shall constitute a separate offense. VIOLATION 1: Weeds Investigation Date 07/11/2024 Violation Note:Inspection on 07.08.24 found overgrown front yard vegetation. Code Cited:RMC 4-5-130 IPMC 302.4 Weeds Code Text:IPMC 302.4 Weeds: Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of twelve (12) inches on developed property or twenty four (24) inches on vacant land. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation other than trees or shrubs provided however this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens. Corrective Action:Mow and maintain all vegetation to a maximum of twelve (12) inches in height on developed property. VIOLATION 2: Outdoor Storage Residential Investigation Date 07/11/2024 Violation Note:Inspection on 07.08.24 found plastic bins, cardboard boxes and yard care items stored in front of residence on property. Code Cited:RMC 4-5-130.B.4 Amended IPMC Section 308.1-308.6 Outdoor Storage Code Text:308.1 Purpose: The purpose of this section is to define and regulate the outdoor storage of materials on residential property while maintaining the character and use intended for single family residential neighborhoods. 308.2 Allowed residential outdoor storage: For RC and R-1 zoned properties, a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-4, R-6, and R-8 zoned properties, a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-10 and R-14 zoned properties, a maximum of one hundred feet (100') of area may be used for outdoor storage. Outdoor storage in excess of the above requirements is Page 1 of 4 VIOLATION 2: Outdoor Storage Residential Investigation Date 07/11/2024 not permitted in the City of Renton. 308.3 Prohibited areas for outdoor storage: Outdoor storage is prohibited on residentially zoned property in the following areas: Front yards Side yards Slopes greater than fifteen percent (15%) Designated open spaces or restricted areas Critical areas, including wetland, streams and associated buffer areas 308.4 Emergency access: Outdoor storage areas shall not prevent emergency access to the residential structure or any other building. 308.5 Business related storage: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall not be owned by or used in any business or industry including a home occupation business. 308.6 Height limitations: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall be neatly stacked and not exceed a height of six feet (6'). Tarps may not be utilized for cover outdoor storage. Corrective Action:Your property is zoned as R-6, you are to consolidate outdoor storage to an area no larger than 200 square feet and remove all items from the front and side yards. This includes, but is not limited to plastic bins, cardboard boxes and yard care items. VIOLATION 3: Garbage Cans-Unlawful Placement & Removal Investigation Date 07/11/2024 Violation Note:Inspection on 07.08.24 found garbage cans on curbside. Inspection on Monday, colection day is Wednesday. Code Cited:RMC 8-1-4.K Unlawful Storage, Deposit, Disposal, Scavenging, and Hauling of Solid Waste: Unlawful Placement and Removal of Garbage Cans Code Text:RMC 8-1-4.K Unlawful Placement and Removal of Garbage Cans, Recycling Bins and Yard Waste Carts: The City of Renton Municipal Code regulates the placement of garbage cans for curbside collection. The code specifically states “it shall be unlawful for a person residing in a single family residence to place garbage, recyclables, or yard waste at the curbside for collection by the city’s collection contractor, more than 24 hours prior to regular collection date for his or her single family residence. It shall also be unlawful for a person residing in a single family residence to leave garbage cans, recycling bins or yard waste carts at the curbside more than 24 hours after collection by the city’s collection contractor. Further, it shall be unlawful for a person residing in a single family to maintain, place or store any garbage cans recycling bins or yard waste carts at a location other than adjacent to the residential structure or within a fully enclosed building or garage.” Corrective Action:Do not place or store any garbage cans, recycling bins or yard waste carts at curbside, more than twenty-four (24) hours prior to pickup and remove the cans within twenty-four (24) hours after pickup. When garbage cans, recycling bins and yard waste carts are not located at curbside for collection the containers must be kept adjacent to a building on the property or Page 2 of 4 VIOLATION 3: Garbage Cans-Unlawful Placement & Removal Investigation Date 07/11/2024 within a fully enclosed building or garage. VIOLATION 4: Membrane Structures Investigation Date 07/11/2024 Violation Note:Inspection on 07.08.24 found tan and gray canopy structure in driveway. Code Cited:RMC 4-5-130 IPMC section 308.3 & 308.8 Code Text:Membrane Structures: Prohibited Areas 4-5-130, IPMC Section 308.3: The City of Renton Municipal Code has adopted the 2018 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code. This code sets standards for membrane structures in the city. 308.8 Membrane structures: Membrane structures are considered outdoor storage, and subject to the location restrictions in section 308.3. Such structures shall not exceed two hundred (200) square feet in area. Membrane structures shall be immediately removed or repaired in the event of disrepair or in the event of damage caused by weather, fire, collision, accident or other forms of damage. Tarps and makeshift covers are prohibited for this use. 308.3: Prohibited areas for outdoor storage: Outdoor storage is prohibited on residentially zoned property in the following areas: front yards, side yards, slopes greater than 15%, designated open spaces, restricted areas or critical areas including wetlands, streams and associated buffer areas. Corrective Action:Remove the tan and gray canopy structure in driveway or move to an approved area. Membrane structures may not exceed 200 square feet in area. VIOLATION 5: Parking: Disabled or Unlicensed Vehicles & Boats Investigation Date 07/11/2024 Violation Note:Inspection on 07.08.24 found apparent disabled silver Toyota car parked in driveway. Code Cited:RMC 4-4-085.D.2 General: Disabled or Unlicensed Vehicles and Boats Code Text:It is unlawful for any person to keep, store or park, or to permit any other person to keep, store or park, any disabled vehicle or boat, or unlicensed vehicle or boat, on any residentially zoned property within the City unless that vehicle or boat is stored and parked outside public view within a fully enclosed building at all times. Vehicles and boats which are kept on site and outside of an enclosed building shall be operational and currently registered. Corrective Action:Remove and properly dispose of all unlicensed and/or inoperable vehicles from the property or demonstrate all vehicles are licensed and operable. Bring vehicles into compliance with City code or store in a fully enclosed building. This includes, but is not limited to silver Toyota car parked in driveway. VIOLATION 6: Parking: Impermissible Parking Locations Investigation Date 07/11/2024 Violation Note: Code Cited:RMC 4-4-085.D.3 Parking of Vehicles on Residential Property: General: Impermissible Parking Locations Code Text:Except for recreational vehicles and commercial vehicles being used for development activity pursuant to a valid City-issued permit, all motor vehicles shall be parked on a lawfully established driveway or an approved impervious surface. A separate violation of this Section shall be deemed to have occurred when, after issuance of a citation, twenty four (24) or more consecutive hours passes and the offending vehicle remains in an impermissible location, Page 3 of 4 VIOLATION 6: Parking: Impermissible Parking Locations Investigation Date 07/11/2024 regardless of whether or not the vehicle has been relocated from the original location. For the purpose of this Section, driveways consisting of compacted dirt and/or gravel established prior to the effective date of this Section shall be considered a permissible parking location. Corrective Action:Park only on a lawfully established driveway or an approved impervious surface. Grass is not an approved surface. This includes, but is not limited to tan Jayco RV (OR Lic# HD02629). Issued By:Sheila Madsen Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7236 smadsen@rentonwa.gov Page 4 of 4 CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT Warning of Violation Second Notice Armondo Pavone Mayor Community & Economic Development Gina Estep, Administrator Issued To: Richard Newland 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton, WA 98058 Date: February 26, 2025 Code Case No: CODE24-000437 Owner (Tax-Payer): Richard Newland Violation Address: 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton, WA 98058-6043 An inspection of the above premises revealed violation(s) of the City of Renton Municipal Code and Ordinances listed below. Compliance or corrective action must be completed by 3/13/2025. If voluntary compliance is not achieved, a Criminal Citation MAY be issued. The violation(s) listed below are deemed a Class 1 Civil Infraction pursuant to Chapter 7.80 RCW, and any such person shall be assessed a monetary penalty of up to two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per violation. Each day or portion of a day the violation(s) remain shall constitute a separate offense. VIOLATION 1: Weeds Investigation Date 02/26/2025 Violation Note:Inspection on 02/26/2025 found overgrown blackberry vines on property. Code Cited:RMC 4-5-130 IPMC 302.4 Weeds Code Text:IPMC 302.4 Weeds: Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of twelve (12) inches on developed property or twenty four (24) inches on vacant land. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation other than trees or shrubs provided however this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens. Corrective Action:Mow and maintain all vegetation to a maximum of twelve (12) inches in height on developed property. VIOLATION 2: Outdoor Storage Residential Investigation Date 02/26/2025 Violation Note:Inspection on 02/26/2025 found plastic bins, plastic pieces, cardboard boxes, miscellaneous household items and yard care items stored in front of residence on property. Code Cited:RMC 4-5-130.B.4 Amended IPMC Section 308.1-308.6 Outdoor Storage Code Text:308.1 Purpose: The purpose of this section is to define and regulate the outdoor storage of materials on residential property while maintaining the character and use intended for single family residential neighborhoods. 308.2 Allowed residential outdoor storage: For RC and R-1 zoned properties, a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-4, R-6, and R-8 zoned properties, a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-10 and R-14 zoned properties, a maximum of one hundred feet (100') of area may be used for outdoor storage. Outdoor storage in excess of the above requirements is Page 1 of 3 VIOLATION 2: Outdoor Storage Residential Investigation Date 02/26/2025 not permitted in the City of Renton. 308.3 Prohibited areas for outdoor storage: Outdoor storage is prohibited on residentially zoned property in the following areas: Front yards Side yards Slopes greater than fifteen percent (15%) Designated open spaces or restricted areas Critical areas, including wetland, streams and associated buffer areas 308.4 Emergency access: Outdoor storage areas shall not prevent emergency access to the residential structure or any other building. 308.5 Business related storage: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall not be owned by or used in any business or industry including a home occupation business. 308.6 Height limitations: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall be neatly stacked and not exceed a height of six feet (6'). Tarps may not be utilized for cover outdoor storage. Corrective Action:Your property is zoned as R-6, you are to consolidate outdoor storage to an area no larger than 200 square feet and remove all items from the front and side yards. This includes, but is not limited to plastic pieces, cardboard boxes, miscellaneous household items and yard care items stored in front of residence on property. VIOLATION 3: Parking: Disabled or Unlicensed Vehicles & Boats Investigation Date 02/26/2025 Violation Note:Inspection on 02/26/2025 found unlicensed silver Toyota car r Toyota (Lic# BVM1367) parked next to driveway. Code Cited:RMC 4-4-085.D.2 General: Disabled or Unlicensed Vehicles and Boats Code Text:It is unlawful for any person to keep, store or park, or to permit any other person to keep, store or park, any disabled vehicle or boat, or unlicensed vehicle or boat, on any residentially zoned property within the City unless that vehicle or boat is stored and parked outside public view within a fully enclosed building at all times. Vehicles and boats which are kept on site and outside of an enclosed building shall be operational and currently registered. Corrective Action:Remove and properly dispose of all unlicensed and/or inoperable vehicles from the property or demonstrate all vehicles are licensed and operable. Bring vehicles into compliance with City code or store in a fully enclosed building. This includes, but is not limited to silver Toyota (Lic# BVM1367) car parked next to driveway. VIOLATION 4: OWNER TO MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF LITTER Investigation Date 02/26/2025 Violation Note:Inspection on 02/26/2025 found plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and other plastic litter on Page 2 of 3 VIOLATION 4: OWNER TO MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF LITTER Investigation Date 02/26/2025 property. Code Cited: RMC 6-14-19 Code Text:Owner to maintain premises free of litter 6-14-19: The City of Renton Municipal Code has adopted regulations that state “the owner or person in control of any private property” shall at all times maintain the premises free of litter. Provided, however, that this section shall not prohibit the storage of litter in authorized private receptacles for collection. Corrective Action:Remove and properly dispose of all litter on the property. Issued By:Sheila Madsen Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7236 smadsen@rentonwa.gov Page 3 of 3 CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT Notice of Violation and Order to Correct Armondo Pavone Mayor Community & Economic Development Gina Estep, Administrator Issued To: Richard Newland 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton, WA 98058 Date: 4/23/2025 Code Case No: CODE24-000437 Owner (Tax-Payer): Richard Newland Violation Address: 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton, WA 98058-6043 An inspection of the above premises on 07/08/2024, 08/20/2024, 09/03/2024, 09/30/2024, 12/03/2024, 01/10/2025, 03/19/2025, 04/14/2025, and 04/23/2025 by a Code Compliance Inspector revealed violation(s) of the City of Renton Municipal Code and Ordinances listed below. Compliance or corrective action must be completed by 5/8/2025. The violation(s) listed below are deemed a Class 1 Civil Infraction pursuant to Chapter 7.80 RCW, and any such person shall be assessed a monetary penalty of up to two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per violation. Each day or portion of a day the violation(s) remain shall constitute a separate offense. If voluntary compliance is not achieved, a Criminal Citation MAY be issued [RMC1-10-3.E]. The penalty for a criminal Citation, upon a finding of guilt shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of five (5) days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the first violation shall be five hundred dollars ($500), the second criminal violation shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of fifteen (15) days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the second violation shall be six hundred twenty five dollars ($625), the third criminal violation for any individual shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of thirty (30) days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the third violation shall be seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) [RMC1-10-7.A.2]. Page 1 of 5 VIOLATION 1: Outdoor Storage Residential Latest Investigation DateReported Date Issued Date 7/11/24 7/11/24 4/23/25 Inspection on 04/23/2025 found cardboard boxes, plastic boxes, plastic buckets, tables, coolers, miscellaneous household cleaning materials, and other miscellaneous items stored out front of property. Violation Note: Code Cited:RMC 4-5-130.B.4 Amended IPMC Section 308.1-308.6 Outdoor Storage 308.1 Purpose: The purpose of this section is to define and regulate the outdoor storage of materials on residential property while maintaining the character and use intended for single family residential neighborhoods. 308.2 Allowed residential outdoor storage: For RC and R-1 zoned properties, a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-4, R-6, and R-8 zoned properties, a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-10 and R-14 zoned properties, a maximum of one hundred feet (100') of area may be used for outdoor storage. Outdoor storage in excess of the above requirements is not permitted in the City of Renton. 308.3 Prohibited areas for outdoor storage: Outdoor storage is prohibited on residentially zoned property in the following areas: Front yards Side yards Slopes greater than fifteen percent (15%) Designated open spaces or restricted areas Critical areas, including wetland, streams and associated buffer areas 308.4 Emergency access: Outdoor storage areas shall not prevent emergency access to the residential structure or any other building. 308.5 Business related storage: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall not be owned by or used in any business or industry including a home occupation business. 308.6 Height limitations: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall be neatly stacked and not exceed a height of six feet (6'). Tarps may not be utilized for cover outdoor storage. Code Text: Corrective Action:Your property is zoned as R-6, you are to consolidate outdoor storage to an area no larger than 200 square feet and remove all items from the front and side yards. This includes, but is not limited to cardboard boxes, plastic boxes, plastic buckets, tables, coolers, miscellaneous household cleaning materials, and other miscellaneous items stored out front of property. Fees:AmountDescription $100.00 CODE - First Violation Fee Violation 1 Subtotal:$100.00 Page 2 of 5 VIOLATION 2: Parking: Disabled or Unlicensed Vehicles & Boats Latest Investigation DateReported Date Issued Date 7/11/24 7/11/24 4/23/25 Inspection on 04/23/2025 found unlicensed silver Toyota (Lic# BVM1367) parked next to driveway. Violation Note: Code Cited:RMC 4-4-085.D.2 General: Disabled or Unlicensed Vehicles and Boats It is unlawful for any person to keep, store or park, or to permit any other person to keep, store or park, any disabled vehicle or boat, or unlicensed vehicle or boat, on any residentially zoned property within the City unless that vehicle or boat is stored and parked outside public view within a fully enclosed building at all times. Vehicles and boats which are kept on site and outside of an enclosed building shall be operational and currently registered. Code Text: Corrective Action:Remove and properly dispose of all unlicensed and/or inoperable vehicles from the property or demonstrate all vehicles are licensed and operable. Bring vehicles into compliance with City code or store in a fully enclosed building. This includes, but is not limited to silver Toyota (Lic# BVM1367) car parked next to driveway. Fees:AmountDescription $100.00 CODE - First Violation Fee Violation 2 Subtotal:$100.00 VIOLATION 3: OWNER TO MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF LITTER Latest Investigation DateReported Date Issued Date 7/11/24 7/11/24 4/23/25 Inspection on 04/23/2025 found cardboard boxes, white plastic garbage bags, other miscellaneous empty containers. Violation Note: Code Cited: RMC 6-14-19 Owner to maintain premises free of litter 6-14-19: The City of Renton Municipal Code has adopted regulations that state “the owner or person in control of any private property” shall at all times maintain the premises free of litter. Provided, however, that this section shall not prohibit the storage of litter in authorized private receptacles for collection. Code Text: Corrective Action:Remove and properly dispose of all litter on the property. Fees:AmountDescription $100.00 CODE - First Violation Fee Violation 3 Subtotal:$100.00 Total Amount Due:$300.00 Payment of $300.00 must be made within fifteen (15) days of the date of this Notice of Violation. All city codes listed on this Notice of Violation must be brought into compliance within fifteen (15) days of the date of this Notice of Violation. Invoice to follow. Page 3 of 5 Issued By:Sheila Madsen Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7236 smadsen@rentonwa.gov I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that I have issued this Notice of Violation on this date and at the location stated above. I certify that I believe by a preponderance of the evidence that the violator committed the above violation(s). Signed:Date: Page 4 of 5 04/23/2025 NOTICE OF RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATION The City has elected to establish a non-judicial hearing and determination system to enforce Renton Municipal Codes (RMC) civil code violations. Therefore a code violation penalty, consistent with RMC 1~3~2.P is imposed, not including any costs, fees or assessments. You may respond in the following manner: I deny creating, permitting to exist, maintaining or failing to eliminate the violation(s) and I am requesting a hearing to contest this Notice of Violation. Appeal requests must be received by the Renton City Clerk’s office within 15 days of the date of this Notice of Violation. Please send me a hearing date. I promise to appear on that date. The administrator must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that I committed the violation. I understand that under RMC 1-3-2.G that the administrator shall decide whether the opportunity to be heard will be only in writing or in person, or both. The city is not required to call witnesses to testify at the hearing. Pursuant to RMC 1-3-2.K, failure to attend the scheduled hearing makes the Notice of Violation final, and I may be subject to additional costs if I fail to withdraw or resolve my appeal prior to the hearing date. I also understand that the city has not waived any rights or remedies under the law. I admit that I have created, permitted to exist, maintained or failed to eliminate the violation(s) and do not need or want any kind of hearing. As a result, I have enclosed a check or money order (do not send cash) in the amount of $_________. I understand I am required to bring the property into compliance with City of Renton Municipal Code. I also understand that if compliance is not achieved I may be issued additional Notice of Violation with increasing penalties, and or criminally prosecuted. NSF checks will be treated as failure to respond. Complete information below: (PLEASE PRINT) Date: 4/23/2025 Code Case No: CODE24-000437 Violation Address: Appeals should be mailed to: City of Renton Attention: City Clerk 1055 S Grady Way Renton, WA 98057 Name: ______________________________________________________________ Street or P.O. Box: ___________________________________________________ City: ______________________________ State: __________ Zip: ____________ Telephone: Home: ____________________ Work: _________________________ Email: ______________________________________________________________ Signature of Violator: _______________________________ Date: ____________ Total Amount Due: $300.00 17040 123rd Ave SE Payment should be made to:City of Renton Attention: 1st Floor Finance 1055 S Grady Way Renton, WA 98057 Page 5 of 5 CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT From:Sheila Madsen To:newlandlegal@gmail.com Subject:Property at 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton Date:Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:22:00 AM Attachments:06.25.25_24-437 Inspection Photo NOV2 (3).JPG Hello Richard, Please give me a call at 425-430-7236 regarding the clean up of this property. I performed an inspection yesterday and saw some progress on the items in front of the garage but now the front yard vegetation is overgrown again. See the attached picture taken. Thank you, SHEILA MADSEN, Code Compliance Inspector City of Renton // Development Services Virtual Permit Center // Online Applications and Inspections office 425-430-7236 NOTICE OF PUBLIC DISCLOSURE: This message complies with Washington State’s Public Records Act – RCW 42.56 CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT Notice of Violation and Order to Correct Second Notice Armondo Pavone Mayor Community & Economic Development Gina Estep, Administrator Issued To: Richard Newland 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton, WA 98058 Date: 8/14/2025 Code Case No: CODE24-000437 Owner (Tax-Payer): Richard Newland Violation Address: 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton, WA 98058-6043 An inspection of the above premises on 07/08/2024, 08/20/2024, 09/03/2024, 09/30/2024, 12/03/2024, 01/10/2025, 03/19/2025, 04/14/2025, 04/23/2025, 06/03/2025, 06/25/2025, and 08/14/2025 by a Code Compliance Inspector revealed violation(s) of the City of Renton Municipal Code and Ordinances listed below. Compliance or corrective action must be completed by 8/29/2025. The violation(s) listed below are deemed a Class 1 Civil Infraction pursuant to Chapter 7.80 RCW, and any such person shall be assessed a monetary penalty of up to two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per violation. Each day or portion of a day the violation(s) remain shall constitute a separate offense. If voluntary compliance is not achieved, a Criminal Citation MAY be issued [RMC1-10-3.E]. The penalty for a criminal Citation, upon a finding of guilt shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of five (5) days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the first violation shall be five hundred dollars ($500), the second criminal violation shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of fifteen (15) days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the second violation shall be six hundred twenty five dollars ($625), the third criminal violation for any individual shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of thirty (30) days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the third violation shall be seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) [RMC1-10-7.A.2]. VIOLATION 1: Potential Vermin/Rodents Latest Inspection DateReported Date Issued Date 8/14/25 8/14/258/14/25 It was reported that there is rodent activity on the property.Violation Note: Code Cited:RMC 4-5-130 IPMC Section 302.5 Exterior Property Areas: Rodent Harborage RMC 4-5-130; IPMC Section 302.5 Rodent Harborage. Structures and exterior property shall be kept free from rodent harborage and infestation. Where rodents are found, they shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes that will not injurious to human health. After elimination, proper precautions shall be taken to eliminate rodent harborage and prevent reinfestation. Code Text: Corrective Action:Remove and dispose of properly all items that may cause vermin habitat. Page 1 of 4 VIOLATION 2: Outdoor Storage Residential Latest Inspection DateReported Date Issued Date 7/11/24 7/11/248/14/25 Inspection on 08/14/2025 found cardboard boxes, plastic buckets, plastic tubs, plastic buckets, coolers, miscellaneous household cleaning materials, and other miscellaneous items stored out front of property. Violation Note: Code Cited:RMC 4-5-130.B.4 Amended IPMC Section 308.1-308.6 Outdoor Storage 308.1 Purpose: The purpose of this section is to define and regulate the outdoor storage of materials on residential property while maintaining the character and use intended for single family residential neighborhoods. 308.2 Allowed residential outdoor storage: For RC and R-1 zoned properties, a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-4, R-6, and R-8 zoned properties, a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-10 and R-14 zoned properties, a maximum of one hundred feet (100') of area may be used for outdoor storage. Outdoor storage in excess of the above requirements is not permitted in the City of Renton. 308.3 Prohibited areas for outdoor storage: Outdoor storage is prohibited on residentially zoned property in the following areas: Front yards Side yards Slopes greater than fifteen percent (15%) Designated open spaces or restricted areas Critical areas, including wetland, streams and associated buffer areas 308.4 Emergency access: Outdoor storage areas shall not prevent emergency access to the residential structure or any other building. 308.5 Business related storage: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall not be owned by or used in any business or industry including a home occupation business. 308.6 Height limitations: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall be neatly stacked and not exceed a height of six feet (6'). Tarps may not be utilized for cover outdoor storage. Code Text: Corrective Action:Your property is zoned as R-6, you are to consolidate outdoor storage to an area no larger than 200 square feet and remove all items from the front and side yards. This includes, but is not limited to cardboard boxes, plastic buckets, plastic tubs, plastic buckets, coolers, miscellaneous household cleaning materials, and other miscellaneous items stored out front of property. *THIS IS YOUR FINAL NOTICE BEFORE CRIMINAL ACTION IS TAKEN* Fees:AmountDescription $200.00 CODE - Second Violation Fee Violation 2 Subtotal:$200.00 Page 2 of 4 VIOLATION 3: OWNER TO MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF LITTER Latest Inspection DateReported Date Issued Date 7/11/24 7/11/248/14/25 Inspection on 08/14/2025 found paper pieces, cardboard pieces, and plastic bags in front of walkway to home. Violation Note: Code Cited: RMC 6-14-19 Owner to maintain premises free of litter 6-14-19: The City of Renton Municipal Code has adopted regulations that state “the owner or person in control of any private property” shall at all times maintain the premises free of litter. Provided, however, that this section shall not prohibit the storage of litter in authorized private receptacles for collection. Code Text: Corrective Action:Remove and properly dispose of all litter on the property such as paper pieces, cardboard pieces, and plastic bags. *THIS IS YOUR FINAL NOTICE BEFORE CRIMINAL ACTION IS TAKEN* Fees:AmountDescription $200.00 CODE - Second Violation Fee Violation 3 Subtotal:$200.00 Total Amount Due:$400.00 Payment of $400.00 must be made within fifteen (15) days of the date of this Notice of Violation. All city codes listed on this Notice of Violation must be brought into compliance within fifteen (15) days of the date of this Notice of Violation. Invoice to follow. Issued By:Sheila Madsen Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7236 smadsen@rentonwa.gov I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that I have issued this Notice of Violation on this date and at the location stated above. I certify that I believe by a preponderance of the evidence that the violator committed the above violation(s). Signed:Date: Page 3 of 4 08/14/2025 NOTICE OF RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATION The City has elected to establish a non-judicial hearing and determination system to enforce Renton Municipal Codes (RMC) civil code violations. Therefore a code violation penalty, consistent with RMC 1~3~2.P is imposed, not including any costs, fees or assessments. You may respond in the following manner: I deny creating, permitting to exist, maintaining or failing to eliminate the violation(s) and I am requesting a hearing to contest this Notice of Violation. Appeal requests must be received by the Renton City Clerk’s office within 15 days of the date of this Notice of Violation. Please send me a hearing date. I promise to appear on that date. The administrator must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that I committed the violation. I understand that under RMC 1-3-2.G that the administrator shall decide whether the opportunity to be heard will be only in writing or in person, or both. The city is not required to call witnesses to testify at the hearing. Pursuant to RMC 1-3-2.K, failure to attend the scheduled hearing makes the Notice of Violation final, and I may be subject to additional costs if I fail to withdraw or resolve my appeal prior to the hearing date. I also understand that the city has not waived any rights or remedies under the law. I admit that I have created, permitted to exist, maintained or failed to eliminate the violation(s) and do not need or want any kind of hearing. As a result, I have enclosed a check or money order (do not send cash) in the amount of $_________. I understand I am required to bring the property into compliance with City of Renton Municipal Code. I also understand that if compliance is not achieved I may be issued additional Notice of Violation with increasing penalties, and or criminally prosecuted. NSF checks will be treated as failure to respond. Complete information below: (PLEASE PRINT) Date: 8/14/2025 Code Case No: CODE24-000437 Violation Address: Appeals should be mailed to: City of Renton Attention: City Clerk 1055 S Grady Way Renton, WA 98057 Name: ______________________________________________________________ Street or P.O. Box: ___________________________________________________ City: ______________________________ State: __________ Zip: ____________ Telephone: Home: ____________________ Work: _________________________ Email: ______________________________________________________________ Signature of Violator: _______________________________ Date: ____________ Total Amount Due: $400.00 17040 123rd Ave SE Payment should be made to:City of Renton Attention: 1st Floor Finance 1055 S Grady Way Renton, WA 98057 Page 4 of 4 CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT From:Cynthia Moya To:Charleen Pleasance; Donna Locher; Eric Petzold; Finance AR; Jason Churchill; Patrice Kent; Sheila Madsen Cc:Casaundra Sauls; Jason Seth Subject:Newland - Code Compliance Appeal - CODE-24-000437 Date:Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:44:54 AM Attachments:Newland Code Appeal.pdf We are in receipt of the attached Richard Newland Code Violation appeal (dated: 8/21/2025). Please provide your file on this matter as soon as possible so we can get a hearing set soon. I hope to get the letter setting this hearing out by next week. Thank you, CINDY MOYA | CITY CLERK SPECIALIST City of Renton / / City Clerk’s Office cmoya@rentonwa.gov Office (425) 430-6513 Work Schedule: Tues, Wed & Thurs: City Hall Mon & Friday: Work from Home CITY OF HEN I UN AUG 21 2025 Notice of Violation RECEIVED OFFICE and Order to Correct ArTY mLondo Pavvone Mayor Second Notice Community& Economic Development Gina Estep,Administrator Issued To: Date: 8/14/2025 Code Case No: CODE24-000437 Richard Newland Owner(Tax-Payer): Richard Newland 17040 123rd Ave SE Violation Address: Renton, WA 98058 17040 123rd Ave SE Renton, WA 98058-6043 An inspection of the above premises on 07/08/2024, 08/20/2024, 09/03/2024, 09/30/2024, 12/03/2024, 01/10/2025, 03/19/2025, 04/14/2025, 04/23/2025, 06/03/2025, 06/25/2025, and 08/14/2025 by a Code Compliance Inspector revealed violation(s) of the City of Renton Municipal Code and Ordinances listed below. Compliance or corrective action must be completed by 8/29/2025. The violation(s) listed below are deemed a Class 1 Civil Infraction pursuant to Chapter 7.80 RCW, and any such person shall be assessed a monetary penalty of up to two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per violation. Each day or portion of a day the violation(s) remain shall constitute a separate offense. If voluntary compliance is not achieved, a Criminal Citation MAY be issued [RMC1-10-3.E]. The penalty for a criminal Citation, upon a finding of guilt shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of five (5) days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the first violation shall be five hundred dollars ($500), the second criminal violation shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of fifteen (15) days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the second violation shall be six hundred twenty five dollars ($625), the third criminal violation for any individual shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of thirty (30) days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the third violation shall be seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) [RMC1-10-7.A.2]. VIOLATION 1: Potential Vermin/Rodents Reported Date Latest Inspection Date Issued Date 8/14/25 8/14/25 8/14/25 Violation Note: It was reported that there is rodent activity on the property. Code Cited: RMC 4-5-130 IPMC Section 302.5 Exterior Property Areas: Rodent Harborage Code Text: RMC 4-5-130; IPMC Section 302.5 Rodent Harborage. Structures and exterior property shall be kept free from rodent harborage and infestation. Where rodents are found, they shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes that will not injurious to human health. After elimination, proper precautions shall be taken to eliminate rodent harborage and prevent reinfestation. Corrective Action: Remove and dispose of properly all items that may cause vermin habitat. to : 21 AV1 V/ZI/ZS P.A. Page 1 of 4 VIOLATION 2: Outdoor Storage Residential Reported Date Latest Inspection Date Issued Date 7/11/24 8/14/25 7/11/24 Violation Note: Inspection on 08/14/2025 found cardboard boxes, plastic buckets, plastic tubs, plastic buckets, coolers, miscellaneous household cleaning materials, and other miscellaneous items stored out front of property. Code Cited: RMC 4-5-130.B.4 Amended IPMC Section 308.1-308.6 Outdoor Storage Code Text: 308.1 Purpose: The purpose of this section is to define and regulate the outdoor storage of materials on residential property while maintaining the character and use intended for single family residential neighborhoods. 308.2 Allowed residential outdoor storage: For RC and R-1 zoned properties, a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-4, R-6, and R-8 zoned properties, a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R-10 and R-14 zoned properties, a maximum of one hundred feet (100') of area may be used for outdoor storage. Outdoor storage in excess of the above requirements is not permitted in the City of Renton. 308.3 Prohibited areas for outdoor storage: Outdoor storage is prohibited on residentially zoned property in the following areas: Front yards Side yards Slopes greater than fifteen percent (15%) Designated open spaces or restricted areas Critical areas, including wetland, streams and associated buffer areas 308.4 Emergency access: Outdoor storage areas shall not prevent emergency access to the residential structure or any other building. 308.5 Business related storage: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall not be owned by or used in any business or industry including a home occupation business. 308.6 Height limitations: Materials stored outdoors on residentially zoned properties shall be neatly stacked and not exceed a height of six feet (6'). Tarps may not be utilized for cover outdoor storage. Corrective Action: Your property is zoned as R-6, you are to consolidate outdoor storage to an area no larger than 200 square feet and remove all items from the front and side yards. This includes, but is not limited to cardboard boxes, plastic buckets, plastic tubs, plastic buckets, coolers, miscellaneous household cleaning materials, and other miscellaneous items stored out front of property. THIS IS YOUR FINAL NOTICE BEFORE CRIMINAL ACTION IS TAKEN* Fees: Description Amount CODE -Second Violation Fee 200.00 Violation 2 Subtotal: 200.00 Page 2 of 4 VIOLATION 3: OWNER TO MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF LITTER Reported Date Latest Inspection Date Issued Date 7/11/24 8/14/25 7/11/24 Violation Note: Inspection on 08/14/2025 found paper pieces, cardboard pieces, and plastic bags in front of walkway to home. Code Cited: RMC 6-14-19 Code Text: Owner to maintain premises free of litter 6-14-19: The City of Renton Municipal Code has adopted regulations that state "the owner or person in control of any private property" shall at all times maintain the premises free of litter. Provided, however, that this section shall not prohibit the storage of litter in authorized private receptacles for collection. Corrective Action: Remove and properly dispose of all litter on the property such as paper pieces, cardboard pieces, and plastic bags. THIS IS YOUR FINAL NOTICE BEFORE CRIMINAL ACTION IS TAKEN* Fees: Description Amount CODE -Second Violation Fee 200.00 Violation 3 Subtotal: 200.00 Total Amount Due: 400.00 Payment of$400.00 must be made within fifteen (15) days of the date of this Notice of Violation. All city codes listed on this Notice of Violation must be brought into compliance within fifteen (15) days of the date of this Notice of Violation. Invoice to follow. I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that I have issued this Notice of Violation on this date and at the location stated above. I certify that I believe by a preponderance of the evidence that the violator committed the above violation(s). Signed: cW.,2GEa, Date: 08/14/2025 Issued By:Sheila Madsen Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7236 smadsen@rentonwa.gov Page 3 of 4 Code Case No: CODE24-000437 Date: 8/14/2025 Violation Address: Total Amount Due: $400 00 17040 123rd Ave SE NOTICE OF RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATION The City has elected to establish a non-judicial hearing and determination system to enforce Renton Municipal Codes(RMC) civil code violations. Therefore a code violation penalty, consistent with RMC 1-3-2.P is imposed, not including any costs, fees or assessments. You may respond in the following manner: I deny creating, permitting to exist, maintaining or failing to eliminate the violation(s) and I am requesting a hearing to contest this Notice of Violation. Appeal requests must be received by the Renton City Clerk's office within 15 days of the date of this Notice of Violation. Please send me a hearing date. I promise to appear on that date. The administrator must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that I committed the violation. I understand that under RMC 1-3-2.G that the administrator shall decide whether the opportunity to be heard will be only in writing or in person, or both. The city is not required to call witnesses to testify at the hearing. Pursuant to RMC 1-3-2.K, failure to attend the scheduled hearing makes the Notice of Violation final, and I may be subject to additional costs if I fail to withdraw or resolve my appeal prior to the hearing date. I also understand that the city has not waived any rights or remedies under the law. Appeals should be mailed to: City of Renton Attention: City Clerk 1055 S Grady Way Renton,WA 98057 I admit that I have created, permitted to exist, maintained or failed to eliminate the violation(s)and do not need or want any kind of hearing. As a result, I have enclosed a check or money order(do not send cash) in the amount of$ I understand I am required to bring the property into compliance with City of Renton Municipal Code. I also understand that if compliance is not achieved I may be issued additional Notice of Violation with increasing penalties, and or criminally prosecuted. NSF checks will be treated as failure to respond. Payment should be made to: City of Renton Attention: 1st Floor Finance 1055 S Grady Way Renton,WA 98057 Complete information below: (PLEASE PRINT/ Name: g, (J7CIYdL ff e J 6' 2 to el 3StreetorP.O. Box: v 5 City: 17.gri7(!'1 State: W v\ Zip: r-r y( Telephone: Home Z06 •(4/6Worrk': Email: V eu/01r 64( lS`"' 4 Ci 0 liyt Signature of Violator: Date: Page 4 of 4 CITY OF RENTON | DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION EXHIBITS WWW.RENTONWA.GOV |1055 SOUTH GRADY WAY, FLOOR SIX | RENTON, WASHINGTON 98057 | 425.430.7200 PROJECT NAME: CODE CASE NUMBER: VIOLATOR: STAFF CONTACT: VIOLATION LOCATION: EXHIBIT