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Home My WebLink AboutLam Code Appeal Denis Law Mayor City Clerk-Jason A.Seth,CMC March 27, 2018 Mr. Stanley Lam 5210 NE 8th Place Renton, WA 98058 Re: Request for Hearing-Code Compliance Violation Code Case No: CODE-18-000071 Dear Mr. Lam: The hearing that you requested to contest the validity of Code Compliance Finding of Violation CODE-18-000071 as referenced above has been scheduled for Tuesday, April 10, 2018, on the 11:30 p.m. docket. The hearing will take place in the Council Chambers on the seventh floor of Renton City Hall. The address is 1055 S Grady Way in Renton. If your case is called and you are not present, your appeal may be automatically denied. I have enclosed a copy of the case file for your review. If for some reason you do not plan to attend, or you have any questions, please call Jason Seth, City Clerk in advance of the hearing date at 425-430-6502. Sincerely, Jason A. Seth, CMC City Clerk cc: Hearing Examiner Craig Burnell, Building Official Donna Locher, Code Compliance Inspector Robert Shuey, Code Compliance Inspector 1055 South Grady Way,Renton,WA 98057 • (425)430-6510/Fax (425)430-6516 • rentonwa.gov Finding of Violation (1TYOF RENTO MAR 0 9 2018 Denis Law Mayor ± a ITS RECEIVED CLERKOFFICE. 'Z� - T 7"r' 0 Community& Economic Development C.E. "Chip"Vincent, Administrator Issued To: Date: March 01, 2018 Code Case No: CODE18-000071 Stanley Lam Owner(Tax-Payer): Stanley Lam, Central Highlands Plaza Apts Central Highlands Plaza Apts Violation Address: 5210 NE 8th PI 205 Logan Ave S Renton, WA 98059 Renton, WA 98057-2018 The undersigned City of Renton Code Compliance Inspector hereby certifies and states that a Warning of Violation has been provided to the named violator and the violation was not eliminated. The Violator has created, permitted to exist, maintained or failed to eliminate the following violation(s): VIOLATION 1: No Building Permit Investigation Date 03/01/2018 Violation Note: On 01-31-18 I was allowed to enter the Northeast end of the building by a tenant of one of the illegally constructed apartment units. I was able to take photographic documentation one of the apartments upstairs (I am told there is another apartment being occupied by the Bishop of the church), a restroom/shower downstairs and two (2) large meeting type rooms downstairs, all constructed with required building, electrical, plumbing or mechanical permits. Code Text: RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code 2. 101.2 Scope. The provisions of the Construction Administrative Code shall apply to building, plumbing, and mechanical permits and the"Construction Codes": the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Residential Code (IRC)which regulates the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures in the City. RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code B.Applicability. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, construct enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure in the city, or cause or permit the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this Code. RMC 4-5-060.E Permits. 1. 105.1 Required. Any owner or owner's authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official to obtain the required permit. 9. 105.4 Validity of Permit. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. The issuance of a permit Page 1. of 3 based on construction documents and other data shall not prevent the building official from requiring correction of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction. Corrective Action: Immediately stop construction. All improvements made within the structure must be removed and the structure put back to the condition it was in prior to the improvements. In this regard, apply for a demolition permit within 10 calendar days of the date of this notice. Respond to all plan review comments within 15 calendar days of request. Obtain the demolition permit within 15 calendar days of permit approval. Call for inspection within 15 calendar days of permit issuance. Respond to all correction notices within 15 calendar days of notice and call for re-inspection. Obtain additional permits as needed. Fees: Description Amount CODE -Violation Fine $250.00 Violation 1 Subtotal: $250.00 Total Amount Due: $250.00 Payment of$250.00 must be made within fifteen (15)days of the date of this Finding of Violation. All city codes listed on this Finding of Violation must be brought into compliance within fifteen (15)days of the date of this Finding of Violation. Invoice to follow. I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that I have issued this Finding 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: 3/1/1K Issued By:Rob Shuey Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7235 rshuey@rentonwa.gov Page 2 of 3 Code Case No: CODE18-000071 Date: March 01, 2018 Violation Address: Total Amount Due: $250.00 205 Logan Ave S Renton,WA 98057-2018 NOTICE OF RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATION The City has elected to establish a non-judicial hearing and determination system to enforce Renton Municipal Codes(RMC)civil code violations.Therefore a code violation penalty, consistent with RMC 1--3--2.P is imposed, not including any costs,fees or assessments. You may respond in the following manner: IN(deny creating, permitting to exist, maintaining or failing to eliminate the violation(s)and I am requesting a hearing to contest this Finding of Violation.Appeal requests must be received by the Renton City Clerk's office within 15 days of the date of this Finding of Violation. Please send me a hearing date. I promise to appear on that date.The administrator must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that I committed the violation. I understand that under RMC 1-3-2.G that the administrator shall decide whether the opportunity to be heard will be only in writing or in person,or both.The city is not required to call witnesses to testify at the hearing. Pursuant to RMC 1-3-2.K,failure to attend the scheduled hearing makes the Finding of Violation final, and I may be subject to additional costs if I fail to withdraw or resolve my appeal prior to the hearing date. I also understand that the city has not waived any rights or remedies under the law. Appeals should be mailed to: City of Renton Attention: City Clerk 1055 S Grady Way Renton,WA 98057 D I admit that I have created, permitted to exist, maintained or failed to eliminate the violation(s)and do not need or want any kind of hearing.As a result, I have enclosed a check or money order(do not send cash)in the amount of$ . 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 Findings 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: 4 C.;v► (Www ye• Street or P.O. Box: l A rF1 City: 1� , � State: Cu to Zip: 7A6 Telephone: Home: Work. Zo 6- (`/ Signature of Violator: Date: Page 3 of 3 Gxs Y oiCITY OF RENTON itDEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT tvTo REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, EXHIBITS Project Name: Project Number: Code Compliance Appeal Hearing CODE18-000071 Date of Hearing Staff Contact Violator Project Location TBD Rob Shuey Stanley Lam,Property 205 Logan Ave S 425-430-7235 Manager Renton WA 98057 The following exhibits were entered into the record: Exhibit 1: Hearing Notice Dated March 21, 2018 Exhibit 2: Renton Code Case Narrative & Code Case Activity Report Exhibit 3: Citizen Complaint Exhibit 4: Property Owner Documentation Exhibit 5: Warning of Violation w/Posting Photo Exhibit 6: Finding of Violation w/Posting Photo Exhibit 7: Order to Correct w/Posting Photo Exhibit 8: Photos of Apartment Constructed W/O Permit Exhibit 9: Photos of 152 Floor Construction W/O Permit CITY OF �Tv a en on � so. Robert Shuey From: Cynthia Moya Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2018 3:10 PM To: Craig Burnell; Donna Locher; Robert Shuey Subject: Lam Code Appeal Attachments: Lam Code Appeal.pdf Please send me the file so I can schedule a hearing. Thank you, Cindy Moya, City Clerk Specialist City of Renton -Administrative Services/City Clerk Division cmoya@rentonwa.gov 425-430-6513 1 EXHIBIT Finding of Violation =:ITYOFRENTON �' ;/,111 MAR 09 2018 Denis Law Mayor -E- 4 RECEIVED Q ZAcvvv- ( ITY CLERK'S OFFICE tt Cj Community&Economic Development C.E. "Chip"Vincent,Administrator Issued To: Date: March 01, 2018 Code Case No: CODE18-000071 Stanley Lam Owner(Tax-Payer): Stanley Lam, Central Highlands Plaza Apts Central Highlands Plaza Apts Violation Address: 5210 NE 8th PI 205 Logan Ave S Renton, WA 98059 Renton, WA 98057-2018 The undersigned City of Renton Code Compliance Inspector hereby certifies and states that a Warning of Violation has been provided to the named violator and the violation was not eliminated. The Violator has created, permitted to exist, maintained or failed to eliminate the following violation(s): VIOLATION 1: No Building Permit Investigation Date 03/01/2018 Violation Note: On 01-31-18 I was allowed to enter the Northeast end of the building by a tenant of one of the illegally constructed apartment units. I was able to take photographic documentation one of the apartments upstairs (I am told there is another apartment being occupied by the Bishop of the church), a restroom/shower downstairs and two(2)large meeting type rooms downstairs, all constructed with required building, electrical, plumbing or mechanical permits. Code Text: RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code 2. 101.2 Scope. The provisions of the Construction Administrative Code shall apply to building, plumbing, and mechanical permits and the"Construction Codes": the International Building Code(IBC) and the International Residential Code(IRC)which regulates the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures in the City. RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code B.Applicability. It shall be unlawful for any person,firm or corporation to erect, construct enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure in the city, or cause or permit the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this Code. RMC 4-5-060.E Permits. 1. 105.1 Required.Any owner or owner's authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official to obtain the required permit. 9. 105.4 Validity of Permit.The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. The issuance of a permit Page lof3 based on construction documents and other data shall not prevent the building official from requiring correction of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction. Corrective Action: Immediately stop construction. All improvements made within the structure must be removed and the structure put back to the condition it was in prior to the improvements. In this regard, apply for a demolition permit within 10 calendar days of the date of this notice. Respond to all plan review comments within 15 calendar days of request. Obtain the demolition permit within 15 calendar days of permit approval. Call for inspection within 15 calendar days of permit issuance. Respond to all correction notices within 15 calendar days of notice and call for re-inspection. Obtain additional permits as needed. Fees: Description Amount CODE-Violation Fine $250.00 Violation 1 Subtotal: $250.00 Total Amount Due: $250.00 Payment of$250.00 must be made within fifteen (15)days of the date of this Finding of Violation.All city codes listed on this Finding of Violation must be brought into compliance within fifteen (15)days of the date of this Finding of Violation. Invoice to follow. I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that I have issued this Finding 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: 3/1/18- Issued By:Rob Shuey Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7235 rshuey@rentonwa.gov Page 2 of 3 Code Case No: CODE18-000071 Date: March 01,2018 Violation Address: Total Amount Due:$250.00 205 Logan Ave S Renton,WA 98057-2018 NOTICE OF RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATION The City has elected to establish a non-judicial hearing and determination system to enforce Renton Municipal Codes(RMC)civil code violations.Therefore a code violation penalty, consistent with RMC 1-3--2.P is imposed,not including any costs,fees or assessments. You may respond in the following manner: IN/7I eny creating, permitting to exist,maintainingfailing or to eliminate the violation(s)and I am requesting a hearing to contest this Finding of Violation.Appeal requests must be received by the Renton City Clerk's office within 15 days of the date of this Finding of Violation. Please send me a hearing date. I promise to appear on that date.The administrator must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that I committed the violation. I understand that under RMC 1-3-2.G that the administrator shall decide whether the opportunity to be heard will be only in writing or in person,or both.The city is not required to call witnesses to testify at the hearing. Pursuant to RMC 1-3-2.K,failure to attend the scheduled hearing makes the Finding of Violation final,and I may be subject to additional costs if I fail to withdraw or resolve my appeal prior to the hearing date. I also understand that the city has not waived any rights or remedies under the law. Appeals should be mailed to: City of Renton Attention: City Clerk 1055 S Grady Way Renton,WA 98057 Ei I admit that I have created,permitted to exist, maintained or failed to eliminate the violation(s)and do not need or want any kind of hearing.As a result, I have enclosed a check or money order(do not send cash)in the amount of$ . 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 Findings 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: -tCLt4 bc1 1 . Street or P.O. Box: .1 (0 (( City: `��; y P v,4, State: (�W Zip: l;' r7 Telephone: Home: Work: Zc �S-ci_ o<< P Signature of Violator: _ / Date:�J n Page 3 of 3 RENTON CODE COMPLIANCE CODE 18-000071 NARRATIVE March 22, 2018 Address: 205 Logan Ave S Renton, WA 98057 Violator: Stanley Lam RMC Violation: • RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code • RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code January 31, 2018: I received an email from Donna Locher that contained the original complaint from the requestor in regards to the living conditions of her apartment. Donna had responded to it originally, but the response form the requestor raised suspicion that a commercial building with no record of having apartments constructed was being lived in. I followed up with the requestor and was able to meet her at the apartment a couple days later where it became apparent that 2 (two) apartments were constructed on the second floor of this building without having obtained building permits. Additionally, the first floor had been extensively remodeled without permits. February 7, 2018: I called Mr. Lam and asked him if he were the owner of the property. He stated that he is the property manager and that the owners live out of country. I explained the violations that were observed when I was allowed to enter the building by the tenant who lives in the illegally constructed apartment upstairs. I told Mr. Lam that I will be emailing him, US mailing him and posting a Warning of violation on the property. He stated that he will read the warning of violation and get in touch with me. A Warning of Violation, CODE18-000071 was issued to the property and posted on the front door of the buildings main entrance. February 22, 2018: I called Stanley Lam and told him that the "comply by date" had come up and nothing had been done. He stated that he told the church to stop. I asked why all their stuff is still in the building and he said that he was letting them store it. I explained that everything is exactly where it was when they were holding services and I have no reason to believe that they have stopped. We discussed the cars that belong to the bishop and his wife. He claims that they are staying at a hotel close by and parking the cars there. I explained that until there is a valid business license issued to the property, there should be no cars there whatsoever. Stanley claimed that the occupant of one of the apartments won't leave and he has to begin eviction process. I explained that I need to meet with him to go through the building to verify what exactly has been done inside the building, or I will have to issue over $1000 in fees today. He agreed to 1 EXHIBIT 3- meet next Monday at noon to walk through the building and determine what needs to be done to bring the property into compliance. February 26, 2018: I met with Stanley Lam and Rick Lee at the property. Basically, the only portion of the structure that has been altered without permits is the portion of the building on the NW corner. 2 apartments upstairs and finish work on the first floor. I told Stanley to discuss who is going to remove it all with his tenant and let contact me with a schedule. March 1, 2018: The Warning of Violation has reached the Comply By Date. I had a site visit with Stanley Lam on 02-26-18 but nothing has been done to come into compliance. A Finding of Violation, CODE18-000071, with a fee of$250 was issued to the property and posted on the front door of the buildings main entrance. March 14, 2018: The violation still exists and there has been no demolition permit submitted with the building department, nor any contact from Stanley Lam. An Order to Correct, CODE18-000071 was issued to the property and posted on the front door of the buildings main entrance. March 21, 2018: A Lam Code Appeal Request was emailed to me, requesting documents related to the code case. The city's position is that Mr. Lam, acting as the owner's agent has been aware of the illegally constructed apartments and has allowed his tenants to rent them out. Additionally, he has allowed his tenants to remodel the 15t floor of the building. Mr. Lam failed in his responsibility as the owner's agent to make sure that proper permits were obtained prior to any construction in the building, thus putting anyone living in the illegal apartment in potential danger. For these reasons, the city asks that the $250 fee be upheld and that Mr. Lam be required to immediately clear the building of tenants in the apartments and all construction performed without permits be removed under a demolition permit to be obtained by the City of Renton. I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of Washington that the foregoing is true and correct. signed on in Renton, Washington Rob Shuey Code Compliance Inspector 2 CODE CASE ACTIVITY REPORT (CODE18-000071) Assigned To: Rob Shuey Violator: Stanley Lam Opened Date: 02/07/2018 Address: 205 Logan Ayes Owner: Stanley Lam Closed Date: Renton,WA 98057-2018 Data Entry Date Created By Activity Type Activity Name Comments 02/07/2018 Rob Shuey Diary Log Warning of Violation 02-07-18 No Business License for Religious institution, Operating a Religious Institution without a Hearing Examiner Conditional Use Permit,Construction without required permits, Change of Occupancy Required for any use other than an M Occupancy. Investigation Request. Rob Shuey Contact Violator Phone Conversation with 02-07-18 I called Mr. Lam and asked him if he Stanley Lam were the owner of the property. He stated that he is the property manager and that the owners live out of country. I explained the violations that were observed when I was allowed to enter the building by the tenant who lives in the illegally constructed apartment upstairs. I told Mr. Lam that I will be emailing him,US mailing him and posting a Warning of violation on the property. He stated that he will read the warning of violation and get in touch with me. 02/22/2018 Rob Shuey Contact Violator Phone converstion with 02-22-18 I called Stanley Lam and told him Stanley Lam that the comply by date had come up and nothing had been done. He stated that he told the church to stop. I asked why all their stuff is still in the building and he said that he was letting them store it. I explained that everything is exactly where it was when they were holding services and I have not reason to believe that they have stopped. We discussed the cars that belong to the bishop and his wife. He claims that they are staying at a hotel close by and parking the cars there. I explained that until there is a valid business license issued to the property,there should be no cars there whatsoever. Stanley claimed that the occupant of one of the apartments wont leave and he has to begin eviction process. I explained that I need to meet with him to go through the building to verify what exactly has been done inside the building,or I will have to issue over$1000 in fees today. He agreed to meet next Monday at noon to walk through the building and determine what needs to be done to bring the property into compliance. 03/01/2018 Rob Shuey Diary Log Site Visit with Owner&Rick 02-26-18 I met with Stanley Le and Rick Lee at Lee the property. Basically,the only portion of the structure that has been altered without permits is the portion of the building on the NW corner. 2 apartments upstairs and finish work on the first floor. I told Stanley to discuss who is going to remove it all with his tenant and let contact me with a schedule. Rob Shuey Diary Log Fnding of Violation 03-01-18 WOV has reached CBD. I had a site visit with owner but nothing has been done to come into compliance. Issuing FOV w/$250 Fee. I will mail USPS Priority, email and post the property. I was assured that the church was no longer operating in the building. 03/14/2018 Rob Shuey Diary Log Order to Correct 03-14-18 Violations still exist. No Demolition Permit Applications have been submitted. Issuing an OTC. It will be mailed USPS Priority,emailed and posted on the property. March 22,2018 Page 1 of 2 Data Entry Date Created By Activity Type Activity Name Comments 03/22/2018 Rob Shuey Diary Log Appeal Request Received 03-21-18 I received an appeal request. Packet will be prepared and submitted to the Clerks Office ASAP. March 22,2018 Page 2 of 2 Robert Shuey From: Donna Locher Sent: Wednesday,January 31, 2018 11:03 AM To: Robert Shuey Subject: FW: revise 205 logan ave s Unit B renton wa 98057 Attachments: 20180111_232729jpg Donna Locher Lead Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7438 From: Rene Long [mailto:teamplayerrr@gmail.com] Sent:Thursday,January 18, 2018 1:02 PM To: Donna Locher<DLocher@Rentonwa.gov> Subject: RE: revise 205 logan ave s Unit B renton wa 98057 Thank you for responding but I have further questions now the building in question it's being leased to a church the church is who I am currently renting the upstairs rooms from Bishop Curtis Harmon I would like to know who would be responsible for contacting you to make sure that the spaces I am renting are currently in compliance and are habitable for for my family and I three saying that I've already cited the problems I'm having thus far I would like for you to contact me or come out to the residence please at your earliest convenience my contact information is 469 537 5042 that's my cell and my backup number is 253 329 6085 thank you. On Jan 18, 2018 07:43, "Donna Locher" <DLocherarentonwa.gov>wrote: Good Morning, The address you are providing is for a commercial building and should not be used for living purposes. At this time the building should be vacant as there are no current business licenses. Respectfully, Donna Locher Lead Code Compliance Inspector 1 EXHIBIT 3 425-430-7438 From: Clarice Martin Sent:Thursday,January 18, 2018 7:29 AM To: Donna Locher<DLocher@Rentonwa.gov> Cc:Tim Lawless<TLawless@Rentonwa.gov> Subject: FW: revise 205 logan ave s Unit B renton wa 98057 Donna, This is a continuation of the complaint forwarded yesterday that you responded to. Clarice From: Rene Long [mailto:teamplayerrr@gmail.com] Sent:Wednesday,January 17, 2018 11:14 PM To: codecompliance<codecompliance@Rentonwa.gov> Subject: Re: revise 205 logan ave s Unit B renton wa 98057 Video 2 long 2 sent also all windows are seal On Jan 16, 2018 13:12, "Rene Long" <teamplayerrrAgmail.com> wrote: I reside at 205 logan ave s Unit B. My concern is it not fire safety. There's a major water leak that has not contained since 6th of January I'm also concerned about mold created and I have been sick & diagnosed with upper respiratory infection. For safery for my family would someone please come to check violations. 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"Chip"Vincent,Administrator Issued To: Date: February 07, 2018 Stanley Lam Code Case No: CODE18-000071 Central Highlands Plaza Apts 5210 NE 8th PI Owner(Tax-Payer): Stanley Lam, Central Highlands Pla, Renton, WA 98059 Violation Address: 205 Logan Ave S Renton,WA 98057-2018 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 2/20/2018. 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. Investigation Date VIOLATION 1: No Building Permit 02/07/2018 Violation Note: On 01-31-18 I was allowed to enter the Northeast end of the building by a tenant of one of the illegally constructed apartment units. I was able to take photographic documentation one of the apartments upstairs (I am told there is another apartment being occupied by the Bishop of the church),a restroom/shower downstairs and two (2) large meeting type rooms downstairs, all constructed with required building, electrical, plumbing or mechanical permits. Code Cited: RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code/RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code Code Text:RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code 2. 101.2 Scope.The provisions of the Construction Administrative Code shall apply to building, plumbing, and mechanical permits and the"Construction Codes": the International Building Code (IBC)and the International Residential Code(IRC) which regulates the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures in the City. RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code B.Applicability. It shall be unlawful for any person,firm or corporation to erect, construct enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use,occupy or maintain any building or structure in the city,or cause or permit the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this Code. RMC 4-5-060.E Permits. 1. 105.1 Required. Any owner or owner's authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing Page 1 of 4 EXHIBIT 5 Investigation Date VIOLATION 1: No Building Permit 02/07/2018 system,the installation of which is regulated by the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official to obtain the required permit. 9. 105.4 Validity of Permit. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for,or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid.The issuance of a permit based on construction documents and other data shall not prevent the building official from requiring correction of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction. Corrective Action:In this regard, immediately stop construction and apply for a building permit within 10 calendar days of the date of this notice. Respond to all plan review comments within 15 calendar days of request. Obtain the building permit within 15 calendar days of permit approval. Call for inspection within 15 calendar days of permit issuance. Respond to all correction notices within 15 calendar days of notice and call for re-inspection. Obtain additional permits as needed. VIOLATION 2: No Building Permit Investigation Date 02/07/2018 Violation Note: On 01-31-18 I talked to a gentleman named Sherman, who said he was working for Bishop Curtis Harmon,who is the head of the church using the building. I explained that there have been no approvals for the use of the building as a church. He then called Bishop Curtis Harmon, who talked to me on the phone. Bishop Harmon confirmed that they had been making improvements to the building as it is their chruch building. I told him that they do not have city approvals to use the building as a church and the activity must end. Code Cited: RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code/RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code Code Text:RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code 2. 101.2 Scope.The provisions of the Construction Administrative Code shall apply to building, plumbing, and mechanical permits and the"Construction Codes":the International Building Code (IBC)and the International Residential Code (IRC)which regulates the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures in the City. RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code B. Applicability. It shall be unlawful for any person,firm or corporation to erect, construct enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove,convert,demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure in the city, or cause or permit the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this Code. RMC 4-5-060.E Permits. 1. 105.1 Required.Any owner or owner's authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, Page 2 of 4 VIOLATION 2: No Building Permit Investigation Date 02/07/2018 alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, repair, remove,convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system,the installation of which is regulated by the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official to obtain the required permit. 9. 105.4 Validity of Permit. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid.The issuance of a permit based on construction documents and other data shall not prevent the building official from requiring correction of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction. Corrective Action:2012 IBC Section 111 .1 Use and Occupancy. No building or structure shall be used or occupied, and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a building or structure or portion thereof shall be made, until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction. City of Renton Records indicate that the structure located on this property is designated as an M Occupancy. The City has no record of any change of occupancy on the structure, and as such, the use of the M Occupancy structure as a Religious Institution is in violation of city ordinances and the International Building Code. A building Permit must be obtained for this change of Occupancy. In this regard, apply for a building permit within 10 calendar days of the date of this notice.You may contact the building department at 425-430-7200 for information on permit process and requirements. Respond to all plan review comments within 14 calendar days of request. Obtain the building permit within 15 calendar days of permit approval. Call for inspection within 15 calendar days of permit issuance. Respond to all correction notices within 15 calendar days of notice and call for re-inspection. Obtain additional permits as needed. VIOLATION 3:Code Violation Investigation Date 02/07/2018 Violation Note: On 01-31-18 as I drove by the property I could see from my vehicle located in the public right of way close to 40 chair lined up in the old sales floor and speakers and lighting in front of the chairs. Code Cited: RMC 4-2-060 Zoning Use Table: Uses Allowed in Zoning Designations Code Text:RMC 4-2-060 G regulates uses allowed in specific zoning designations in the City in regards to the location of religious institutions. Corrective Action:All Religious institutions must be granted a conditional use permit from the hearing examiner. Discontinue any use of the building for any use associated with a religious institution until such time that a conditional use is granted. A Do Not Occupy placard was posted on the door to the sales floor area. Page 3 of 4 Issued By: Rob Shuey Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7235 rshuey@ rentonwa.gov Page 4 of 4 1. ,,,.\„.., Safi q i ce, 4$' s ce .,G.°,R �r. 4.. cf, `- Y � . � � o` 2` A „,-,,,,,-‘,•§emH A, G a �o` 5�� e`/, ..,,,',,'Qaa�;�`a> >o ;r, Q a . A. 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"Chip"Vincent, Administrator Issued To: Date: March 01, 2018 Code Case No: CODE18-000071 Stanley Lam Owner(Tax-Payer): Stanley Lam, Central Highlands Plaza Apts Central Highlands Plaza Apts Violation Address: 5210 NE 8th PI 205 Logan Ave S Renton, WA 98059 Renton, WA 98057-2018 The undersigned City of Renton Code Compliance Inspector hereby certifies and states that a Warning of Violation has been provided to the named violator and the violation was not eliminated. The Violator has created, permitted to exist, maintained or failed to eliminate the following violation(s): VIOLATION 1: No Building Permit Investigation Date 03/01/2018 Violation Note: On 01-31-18 I was allowed to enter the Northeast end of the building by a tenant of one of the illegally constructed apartment units. I was able to take photographic documentation one of the apartments upstairs (I am told there is another apartment being occupied by the Bishop of the church), a restroom/shower downstairs and two(2)large meeting type rooms downstairs, all constructed with required building, electrical, plumbing or mechanical permits. Code Text: RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code 2. 101.2 Scope.The provisions of the Construction Administrative Code shall apply to building, plumbing, and mechanical permits and the"Construction Codes": the International Building Code(IBC) and the International Residential Code(IRC)which regulates the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures in the City. RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code B.Applicability. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, construct enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove,convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure in the city, or cause or permit the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this Code. RMC 4-5-060.E Permits. 1. 105.1 Required.Any owner or owner's authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical,gas, mechanical, or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official to obtain the required permit. 9. 105.4 Validity of Permit. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. The issuance of a permit Page 1 of 3 EXHIBIT (� VVI1 vV11V11 VI 1,11,110 111 L110 VVI10U UvlIVII UVVUI IIGI ILO OI IU ULI IGI UtOLOI. 1 IPC UUIIU II IIJ UIIIU1d1 IS GIJU authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction. Corrective Action: Immediately stop construction. All improvements made within the structure must be removed and the structure put back to the condition it was in prior to the improvements. In this regard, apply for a demolition permit within 10 calendar days of the date of this notice. Respond to all plan review comments within 15 calendar days of request. Obtain the demolition permit within 15 calendar days of permit approval. Call for inspection within 15 calendar days of permit issuance. Respond to all correction notices within 15 calendar days of notice and call for re-inspection. Obtain additional permits as needed. Fees: Description Amount CODE-Violation Fine $250.00 Violation 1 Subtotal: $250.00 Total Amount Due: $250.00 Payment of$250.00 must be made within fifteen(15)days of the date of this Finding of Violation.All city codes listed on this Finding of Violation must be brought into compliance within fifteen(15)days of the date of this Finding of Violation. Invoice to follow. I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that I have issued this Finding 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: `1� Date: 3 Issued By:Rob Shuey Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7235 rshuey@rentonwa.gov Page 2 of 3 Violation Address: Total Amount Due:$250.00 205 Logan Ave S Renton,WA 98057-2018 NOTICE OF RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATION The City has elected to establish a non-judicial hearing and determination system to enforce Renton Municipal Codes(RMC)civil code violations.Therefore a code violation penalty, consistent with RMC 1-3-2.P is imposed, not including any costs,fees or assessments. You may respond in the following manner: El I deny creating,permitting to exist, maintaining or failing to eliminate the violation(s)and I am requesting a hearing to contest this Finding of Violation.Appeal requests must be received by the Renton City Clerk's office within 15 days of the date of this Finding of Violation.Please send me a hearing date. I promise to appear on that date.The administrator must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that I committed the violation. I understand that under RMC 1-3-2.G that the administrator shall decide whether the opportunity to be heard will be only in writing or in person,or both.The city is not required to call witnesses to testify at the hearing. Pursuant to RMC 1-3-2.K,failure to attend the scheduled hearing makes the Finding of Violation final,and I may be subject to additional costs if I fail to withdraw or resolve my appeal prior to the hearing date. I also understand that the city has not waived any rights or remedies under the law. Appeals should be mailed to: City of Renton Attention: City Clerk 1055 S Grady Way Renton,WA 98057 I admit that I have created,permitted to exist,maintained or failed to eliminate the violation(s)and do not need or want any kind of hearing.As a result, I have enclosed a check or money order(do not send cash)in the amount of$ . 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 Findings 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: Street or P.O. Box: City: State: Zip: Telephone: Home: Work: Signature of Violator: Date: Page 3 of 3 .404 4 CY) I.r) '‘... . . .t. (Y) , I..„,,„ ,;,4,-.1V.04' ''';')`446' " cx:11 ,,,4 ,.•' 4. '" *k' s'' .,, . t'''' „,k" .•, 'N\4',A,,,..; ,s. . s ,,,, k , , ,, . 4,.• , ,; ''N4,4,,Nyr•, ', '14, ,,,744.04,;,,, ,, , ,, ,,., •,.. 7'f' , .. °.,. / f '•- ,, 67': 4r.,,,- 44tk Zt , -. 40 f *0 tt, ;„ et ,•. r.' 7. , ',1'''''- ,6.1.?` 1 " 1 4 4^ „ .";.r,• ' '.-- ..- - 841 2;,:ir,3 Nri- ',, 1.i..!..C.. '5'.''' 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"Chip"Vincent,Administrator Issued To: Date: 3/14/2018 Code Case No: CODE18-000071 Stanley Lam Owner(Tax-Payer): Stanley Lam, Central Highlands Plaza Apts Central Highlands Plaza Apts Violation Address: 5210 NE 8th PI 205 Logan Ave S Renton, WA 98059 Renton, WA 98057-2018 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 3/29/2018. If voluntary compliance is not achieved, a Criminal Citation MAY be issued. The penalty for a criminal Citation, upon a finding of guilt shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of five(. days in jail without the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the first violation shall be five hundrec dollars ($500), the second criminal violation shall have a mandatory minimum sentence of fifteen (15)days in jail without the option of electonic 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 withou the option of electronic home detention, and the minimum penalty for the third violation shall be seven hundred fifty dollars ($750). VIOLATION 1: No Building Permit Investigation Date 03/14/2018 Violation Note: On 01-31-18 I was allowed to enter the Northeast end of the building by a tenant of one of the illegally constructed apartment units. I was able to take photographic documentation one of the apartments upstairs(I am told there is another apartment being occupied by the Bishop of the church), a restroom/shower downstairs and two(2) large meeting type rooms downstairs, all constructed with required building, electrical, plumbing or mechanical permits. Code Cited: RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code/RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code Code Text: RMC 4-5-060 Construction Administrative Code 2. 101.2 Scope. The provisions of the Construction Administrative Code shall apply to building, plumbinc and mechanical permits and the"Construction Codes": the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Residential Code(IRC)which regulates the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargemer replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures ii the City. RMC 4-5-050 International Building Code B. Applicability. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, construct enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure in the city, or cause or permit the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this Code. RMC 4-5-060.E Permits. Page 1 of 2 EXHIBIT 1. 105.1 Required.Any owner or owner's authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repai move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official to obtain the required permit. 9. 105.4 Validity of Permit. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or othe ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid.The issuance of a permit based on construction documents and other data shall not prevent the building official from requiring correction of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Codi or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction. Corrective Action: Immediately stop construction. All improvements made within the structure must be removed and the structure put back to the condition it was in prior to the improvements. In this regard, apply for a demolition permit within 10 calendar days of the date of this notice. Respond to all plan review comments within 15 calendar days of request. Obtain the demolition permit within 15 calendar days of permit approval. Call for inspection within 15 calendar days of permit issuance. Respond to all correction notices within 1 calendar days of notice and call for re-inspection. Obtain additional permits as needed. Issued By: Rob Shuey Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7235 rshuey@rentonwa.gov Page 2 of 2