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Home My WebLink AboutCity Code File• CITY OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, EXHIBITS Project Name: Code Case Number: Code Compliance Appeal Hearing Code19-000629 Date of Hearing Staff Contact Violator Violation location TBD Kevin Louder Coal Creek R/E Holdings Parcel 3295400120 425-430-7277 Hassan Chihab The following exhibits were entered into the record: Exhibit 1: Appeal Request Received 10-11-2019 Exhibit 2: Renton Code Compliance Narrative Exhibit 3: Warning of Violation with Return Receipt from CODE 18-000460 Exhibit 4: Finding of Violation with Appeal Denial letter from CODE 18-000460 Exhibit 5: King County Tax Assessor Ownership Information Exhibit 6: 10-04-2019 Inspection Photos Exhibit 7: Finding of Violation CODE 19-000629 • CITY OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT • REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, EXHIBITS Project Name: Code Case Number: Code Compliance Appeal Hearing CODE19-000629 Date of Hearing Staff Contact Violator Violation Location TBD Kevin Louder Coal Creek R/E Holdings Parcel # 425-430-7277 Hassan Chihab 3295400120 Exhibit 1 • GAT V O� 4FNT02 CITY OF RENTON Finding of Violation OCT 112019 RECEIVED Denis Law Mayor CITY CLERK'S OFFICE Community & Economic Development C.E. "Chip" Vincent, Administrator Issued To: Date: October 04, 2019 Coal Creek R/E Holdings Code Case No: CODE19-000629 4307 Factoria Blvd SE #1 Owner (Tax -Payer): Coal Creek R/E Holdings Bellevue, WA 98006 Violation Address: Parcel Number- 3295400120 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: Weeds Investigation D, 10/04/2019 Code Text: RMC 4-5-130.B.3 The City of Renton Municipal Code has specific regulations governing weeds, the amended IPMC 302.4 regarding weeds states: Weeds: All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of twelve inches (12") in height on development property or twenty-four inches (24") in height on vacant land. All 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, remove, properly dispose of and maintain all vegetation to twelve (12) inches In height on developed property or twenty four (24) inches in height on vacant land. Fees: Description Amount CODE - Violation Fine $250.00 Violation 1 Subtotal. $250.00 Total • . - $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: Issued By -Kevin Louder Code Compliance Inspector. 425-430-7277 klouder@rentonwa.gov Page 1 of 2 Code Case No: CODE19-000629 Violation Address: Parcel Number- 3295400120 Date: October 04, 2019 Total Amount Due: $250.00 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 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 El 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 $ 1 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 98067 Complete information below: nn(PLEASE ,,PRINT V Name: IdAi& z W( JNlTf.�� -,.le �� 'rh S Street or P.O. Box: 307 City. 1� p State: j Zip: i Telephone Home: Work: 70� 2 -1 333 Signature of Violator- � ✓ , { , � �� V y) w �AJ�M'vV �/ 1. I ' l" Q -/ •+Ar1►-►�1 h (1 j u Page 2 of 2 CITY OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, EXHIBITS Project Name: Code Case Number: Code Compliance Appeal Hearing CODE19-000629 Date of Hearing Staff Contact Violator Violation Location TBD Kevin Louder Coal Creek R/E Holdings Parcel # 425-430-7277 Hassan Chihab 3295400120 Exhibit 2 CITY OF enton 4 4 PFNTO? RENTON CODE COMPLIANCE NARRATIVE Address: Parcel #3295400120 Violator: Coal Creek R/E Holdings • RMC Violation: RMC 4-5-130.B.3 : Weeds Code19-000629 October 14, 2019 October 03, 2019: Code Compliance received an inspection request from a resident of Tall Firs Condominiums about the vegetation on this parcel. October 04, 2019: 1 observed and photographed from the public right of way the vegetation violation. A Warning of Violation and a Finding of Violation was issued previously in Code18-000460 for the same violation. As the ownership did not change I issued a Finding of Violation. See Exhibits 3-7. The city's position is that the owner of the property was aware of the violation. The full penalty should be paid as the property ownership has not changed since the Warning of Violation and Finding of Violations were issued in CODE18-000460. CODE18-000460 was closed due to compliance on September 24, 2018 and back in violation on October 4, 2019. I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of Washington that the foregoing is true and correct. signed on I Q ^ ! 1- in Renton, Washington Kevin Louder Code Compliance Inspector • CITY OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND 4 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT • REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, EXHIBITS Project Name: Code Case Number: Code Compliance Appeal Hearing CODE19-000629 Date of Hearing Staff Contact Violator Violation Location TBD Kevin Louder Coal Creek R/E Holdings Parcel # 425-430-7277 Hassan Chihab 3295400120 Exhibit 3 CITY OF Lit Y O.o entonw Warning of Violation Denis Law Mayor Community & Economic Development C.E. "Chip" Vincent, Administrator Issued To: Date: July 19, 2018 Coal Creek R/E Holdings Code Case No: CODE18-000460 4307 Factoria Blvd SE #1 Owner (Tax -Payer): Coal Creek R/E Holdings Bellevue, WA 98006 Violation Address: Parcel Number: 3295400120 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 8/3/2018. 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: Garbage & Recyclables Public/Private Property 07/19/2018 Violation Note: Code Cited: RMC 8-1-4.0 Unlawful Storage, Deposit, Disposal, Scavenging, and Hauling of Solid Waste: Unlawful Storage of Garbage and Recyclables Code Text: RMC 8-1-4.0 Unlawful Storage of Garbage and Recyclables states, "it shall be unlawful for any person to deposit, throw, dump, store, maintain, retain, keep or place garbage, recyclables or yard waste on private or public real property in the City, except in a garbage can or unit, recycling bin or yard waste cart for the purpose of storing such garbage, recyclables or yard waste until the next regular collection date by the City s collection contractor or any other person authorized by the City to collect garbage or recyclables. This subsection shall not apply to yard waste in compost piles or receptacles so long as they are properly maintained free of all vectors and any odors traveling off -premises. Further, this subsection shall not apply to any business licensed to collect and store garbage and recyclables when done in an area zoned for the collection or disposal of garbage or recyclables." Corrective Action: Remove and properly dispose of all garbage, recyclables and/or yard waste stored on the property. Plastic bags are not approved containers. VIOLATION 2: Weeds Violation Note: Investigation Date 07/19/2018 Code Cited: RMC 4-5-130.B.3 Amended IPMC Section 302.4 Exterior Property Areas: Weeds Code Text: RMC 4-5-130.B.3 The City of Renton Municipal Code has specific regulations governing weeds, the amended IPMC 302.4 regarding weeds states: Weeds: All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of twelve inches (12") in height on development property or twenty-four inches (24") in height on vacant land. All 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 Page 1 of 2 LISPS TRACKNG # nrst-Class Mail Postage & Fees Paid LISPS Permit No. G-10 9590 9402 3988 8079 2697 84 United States Postal Service • Sender. Please print your name, address, and ZIP+4® in this box" City of Renton Attn: Kevin Louder 1055 S. Grady Way, 61h Floor Renton, WA 98057 0 ■ Complete Items 1, 2, and 3. ■ Print your name and address on the reverse so that we can return the card to you. ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, or on the front If space permits. 1. Article Addressed to: Cc,�k C«k RAE 81Ut- y5 930 7 E�c:� (31vk SE %3c��cvwc,WA 93006 Agent B. Received by (Printed Name) I C. Date of Delivery D. Is delivery address different from Item 1? ❑ Yes If YES, enter delivery address below: prNo 3.rvTy ❑ Priority Matl ASSpe nehe ❑ Regulated MilTM II I IIIIII IIII IIIIIII I I IIII� I III I IIII III!I IIII Il1 l 0 Adult S Restricted Delivery ❑ Certlfel MWO 7 RerMall Reggtricted 9590 9402 3988 8079 2697 84 0 Delivery ❑ Re�ptfor 2. Article Number (Transfer from servke kbeo ❑ Cadect on Delivery Restricted Delivery ❑ signature conlimmlionTM - — fall 7 017 2400 0000 5 913 4557 Ali Restricted Delivery ❑ Signature Confirmation Restricted Delivery - 'S Form 3811, July 2015 PSN 7530-02-000-903 Domestic Return Receipt ; • CITY OF RENTON 4- DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT • REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, EXHIBITS Project Name: Code Case Number: Code Compliance Appeal Hearing CODE19-000629 Date of Hearing Staff Contact Violator Violation location TBD Kevin Louder Coal Creek R/E Holdings Parcel # 425-430-7277 Hassan Chihab 3295400120 Exhibit CITY OF lIm . enton',FN7p? Finding of Violation Denis Law Mayor Community & Economic Development C.E. "Chip" Vincent, Administrator Issued To: Date: August 27, 2018 Coal Creek R/E Holdings Code Case No: CODE18-000460 4307 Factoria Blvd SE #1 Owner (Tax -Payer): Coal Creek R/E Holdings Bellevue, WA 98006 Violation Address: Parcel Number: 3295400120 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: Weeds Investigation Date 08/27/2018 Code Text: RMC 4-5-130.B.3 The City of Renton Municipal Code has speck regulations governing weeds, the amended IPMC 302.4 regarding weeds states: Weeds: All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of twelve inches (12") in height on development property or twenty-four inches (24") in height on vacant land. All 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, remove, properly dispose of and maintain all vegetation to twelve (12) inches in height on developed property or twenty four (24) inches in height on vacant land. Fees: Description Amount CODE - Violation Fine $250.00 Violation 1 Subtotal: $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). i Signed: Date: 9.D 7-%9_ Issued By: Kevin Louder Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7277 klouder@rentonwa.gov Page 1 of 2 Code Case No: CODE18-000460 Date: August 27, 2018 Violation Address: Total Amount Due: $250.00 Parcel Number: 3295400120 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 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: Telephone: Home: _ Signature of Violator: State: Zip: Work: Date: Page 2 of 2 Denis Law Mayor;R ` City Clerk - Jason A. Seth, CIVIC October 9, 2018 Hassan Chihab Coal Creek R/E Holdings 4307 Factoria Blvd SE #1 Bellevue, WA 98006 Re: Code Case No: CODE-18-000460 Dear Mr. Chihab After review it has been determined that your request for a hearing was submitted outside of the ten-day window allowed per RMC 1-3-2.H. This Finding of Violation is dated August 27, 2018. Your request for a hearing had to be submitted to the Renton City Clerk's office no later than September 12, 2018. You submitted the request on October 5, 2018. Therefore, your request for a hearing on this matter is denied. Additionally, the $250.00 fee owed is due immediately per RMC 1-3-2.K. Sincerely, /Jaso6nA.�Seth, City Clerk cc: Chip Vincent, CED Administrator Craig Burnell, Building Official Donna Locher, Lead Code Compliance Inspector Robert Shuey, Code Compliance Inspector Kevin Louder, Code Compliance Inspector I Lynne Hiemer, Administrative Secretary I Sandra Pedersen, Finance 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 • (425) 430-6510 / Fax (425) 430-6516 • rentonwa.gov • CITY OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND a ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT • REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, EXHIBITS Project Name: Code Case Number: Code Compliance Appeal Hearing CODE19-000629 Date of Hearing Staff Contact Violator Violation location TBD Kevin Louder Coal Creek R/E Holdings Parcel # 425-430-7277 Hassan Chihab 3295400120 Exhibit CITY OF OYentonw O� 10/14/2019 King County Department of Assessments: eReal Property ADVERTISEMENT 00000 Parcel 329540-0120 Name COAL CREEK R/E HOLDINGS Site Address Geo Area 75-60 Spec Area Property Name VACANT LAND (NEAR SUNET ON DUVALL) Legal Description HIGHLAND BOOK ADD Plat Block: Plat Lot: 12 Highest & Best Use As If Vacant COMMERCIAL SERVICE Highest & Best Use As (unknown) Improved Present Use Vacant(Commercial) Land SgFt 26,495 Acres 10.65 Views Rainier Territorial Olympics Cascades Seattle Skyline Puget Sound Lake Washington Lake Sammamish Lake/River/Creek Other View Designations Historic Site Current Use (none) Nbr Bldg Sites Adjacent to Golf Fairway IND Adjacent to Greenbelt NO Other Designation IND Deed Restrictions NO Development Rights Purchased INO Jurisdiction RENTON Levy Code 2100 Property Type C Plat Block / Building Number Plat Lot / Unit Number 12 Quarter -Section -Township- SW-3 -23-5 Range Percentage Unusable Unbuildable NO Restrictive Size Shape NO Zoning CA Water WATER DISTRICT Sewer/Septic PUBLIC Road Access PUBLIC Parking ADEQUATE Street Surface PAVED Waterfront Waterfront Location Waterfront Footage 0 Lot Depth Factor 0 Waterfront Bank Tide/Shore Waterfront Restricted Access Waterfront Access Rights INO Poor Quality NO Proximity Influence IND Nuisances Topography Traffic Noise Airport Noise Power Lines NO Other Nuisances NO Problems Water Problems INO Transportation Concurrency INO r https://b lue.ki ngcou nty.co m/Assessor/eRea lPrope rty/Deta i i.aspx?Parce IN br-3295400120 ADVERTISEMEN 113 10/14/2019 King County Department of Assessments: eReal Property Easements NO Other Problems NO Native Growth Protection NO Environmental Easement DNR Lease NO Environmental NO ' h .. Account Valued Year Tax Year Omit Year Levy Code Appraised Land Value ($) Appraised Imps Value ($) Appraised Total Value ($) New Dollars ($) Taxable Land Value ($) Taxable Imps Value ($) Taxable Total Value ($) Tax Value Reason 32954001200512019 2020 2100 626,800 0 626,800 0 626,800 0 626,800 32954001200512018 2019 2100 I598,300 0 598,300 0 598,300 0 598,300 32954001200512017 2018 2100 569,900 0 569,900 0 569,900 0 569,900 329540012005 2016 2017 2100 541,400 0 541,400 0 541,400 0 541,400 329540012005 2015 2016 2100 527,100 0 527,100 0 527,100 0 527,100 329540012005 2014 20151 2100 512.900 0 1512,900 0 512.900 0 512,900 329540012005 2013 2014 2100 512,900 0 512,900 0 512,900 0 512,900 329540012005 2012 2013 2100 1512,900 0 512,900 0 1512,900 0 512,900 32954001200512011 12012 2100 512,900 I0 512,900 0 1512,900 0 512,900 329540012005 2010 2011 2100 512,900 0 512,900 0 512,900 0 512,900 329540012005 2009 2010 2100 512.900 0 512,900 0 512,900 0 512,900 329540012005 2008 2009 2100 512,900 10 512.900 0 512,900 0 512.900 329540012005 2007 I2008 2100 455,900 0 1455,900 0 455,900 0 455,900 329540012005 2006 2007 2100 1370,400 0 370,400 0 370.4007 370,400 329540012005 2005 2006 2100 341,900 0 341,900 0 341,900 0 341,900 329540012005 2004 2005 2100 313,400 0 313,400 0 1313,400 0 313,400 329540012005 2003 2004 2100 227,900 0 227,900 0 227,900 0 1227,900 329540012005 2002 2003 2100 227,900 0 227,900 0 227,900 0 1227,900 329540012005 2001 2002 2100 227,900 0 227,900 0 227,900 0 227,900 32954001200512000 2001 2100 1227,900 0 227,900 0 227,900 0 227,900 329540012005 1998 1999 2100 1250,000 0 250,000 0 250,000 0 250,000 32954001200511997 1998 2100 0 10 0 0 1228,000 0 228,000 329540012005 1996 1997 12100 10 10 0 0 228,000 0 228,000 Excise Recording Document Sale Price Seller Name Buyer Name Instrument Sale Number Number Date Reason 2839726 20161215001349 12114/2016 $500,000.00 BALES SHIRLY COAL CREEKStatutory REAL ESTATE None S HOLDINGS Warranty Deed 2825060 20160929001313 7/5/2016 $87,594.00 BALES G JAY+KIM BALES SHIRLY S Statutory Warranty Deed None BALES Deed of 2817701 20160824000905 7/5/2016 $0.00 GEORGE JAY - PR BALES SHIRLY S Personal Representative Other 1649133 199811101421 10/29/1998 $0.00 FIVE STAR BALES GEORGE Quit Claim Other DEVELOPMENT H ET AL Deed PER,MIT HIS TORY https://blue.kingcounty.com/Assessor/eReaIProperty/Detail.aspx?ParceINbr-3295400120 2/3 10/14/2019 King County Department of Assessments: eReal Property ADVERTISEMENT https://blue.kingcounty.com/AssessorleRealProperty/Detail.aspx?ParceINbr-32954O0120 3.?3 CITY OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, EXHIBITS Project Name: Code Case Number: Code Compliance Appeal Hearing CODE19-000629 Date of Hearing Staff Contact Violator Violation Location TBD Kevin Louder Coal Creek R/E Holdings Parcel # 425-430-7277 Hassan Chihab 3295400120 Exhibit CITY OF Al Y O� enton* a 4FN102 • CITY OF RENTON ,.. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT • REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, EXHIBITS Project Name: Code Case Number: Code Compliance Appeal Hearing CODE19-000629 Date of Hearing Staff Contact Violator Violation Location TBD Kevin Louder Coal Creek R/E Holdings Parcel # 425-430-7277 Hassan Chihab 3295400120 Exhibit 7 CITY OF entono. Finding of Violation Denis Law Mayor � Community & Economic Development C.E. "Chip" Vincent, Administrator Issued To: Date: October 04, 2019 Coal Creek R/E Holdings Code Case No: CODE19-000629 4307 Factoria Blvd SE #1 Owner (Tax -Payer): Coal Creek R/E Holdings Bellevue, WA98006 Violation Address: Parcel Number: 3295400120 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: Weeds Investigation Date 10/04/2019 Code Text: RMC 4-5-130.B.3 The City of Renton Municipal Code has specific regulations governing weeds, the amended IPMC 302.4 regarding weeds states: Weeds: All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of twelve inches (12") in height on development property or twenty-four inches (24") in height on vacant land. All 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, remove, properly dispose of and maintain all vegetation to twelve (12) inches in height on developed property or twenty four (24) inches in height on vacant land. Fees: Description Amount CODE -Violation Fine $250.00 Violation 1Subtotal: $250.00 Total Amount - 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: Issued By: Kevin Louder Code Compliance Inspector 425-430-7277 klouder@rentonwa.gov Page 1 of 2 Code Case No: CODE19-000629 Date: October 04, 2019 Violation Address: Total Amount Due: $250.00 Parcel Number: 3295400120 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 1-3-2.13 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 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 1-3-24 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 2 of 2