HomeMy WebLinkAbout9/5/2001 - STAFF REPORTS (16) Date: September 5, 2001
To: City Council
From: Director of Planning and Building
RE: Abatement of Nuisances, 640 N. Indian Canyon Drive(Spanish Inn)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council declare the buildings at 640 Indian Canyon
Drive substandard and in violation of Chapter 10 of the Uniform Housing Code,
Section 93.19.00 of the Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance, and Palm Springs
Municipal Code Sections 11.72.080, 11.72.100, 11.72.160,and 11.72.170 and that
the City Council declare that the public nuisances created thereby are subject to
abatement;and that the City Council orderthe owner repair or demolish the buildings
in a timely manner; and that the City Council authorize demolition of the buildings
should the owner fail to abate the public nuisances.
BACKGROUND:
The property is described as follows: Lots 1,2,3, 5 & 6, Blk "C", MB 015/043 of
Palm Springs Estates, in the City of Palm Springs, County of Riverside, State of
California, as per map recorded in book 15, page 43 of maps, in the Office of the
County Recorder of said County.
The buildings on the property are all currently abandoned. Staff received complaints
regarding 640 N. Indian Canyon Drive starting in July 1997. A Notice of Violation was
sent to the property owner on July 21, 1997 for substandard building conditions and
property maintenance.The property owner, Ramy Hormoz failed to comply with the
Notice and in February 1998 the owner gave consent for Community Preservation
and Building Department staff to inspect the site to determine whether or not
additional violations existed. On May 18, 1998 a second Notice of Violation with
additional code violations noted was issued to the property owner. Between the time
period of July 1997 to June 1998 staff received numerous complaints objecting to the
dilapidated condition of the property. In January 1999, a petition with eighty-five
signatures was submitted to the City from neighboring property owners.
Ramy Hormoz failed to comply with the Notices sent to him, so the case was
forwarded to the City Attorney for legal action. On February 10, 1999 Community
Preservation staff received an inspection warrant from the Court to reinspect the
property to compile the required information needed before a Notice and Ordermay
be issued.The inspection took place on February 18, 1999. On November30, 1999
a Notice and Orderconcerning a substandard building was posted ontothe property
and mailed both certified and regular mail to the owner. The Notice was recorded
with the County Recorder on December29, 1999. In April 2000,the property owner
failed to comply with the requirements outlined within the Notice,so the CityAttorney
filed a criminal complaint against the property owner. On May 10, 2000 the owner
approved the Community Preservation and Building Department staff to video tape
the reinspection of the property with a perspective buyer present.
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In accordance to the Uniform Housing Code and the Code for Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings, the property has been determined to be substandard. The
violations that exist on the property include, unsafe structural members, lack of
heating, hazardous and exposed electrical and mechanical equipment, lack of hot
and cold water, holes in the walls and flooring, insects and vermin, water leakage,
water damage to the roofs, walls and floors, lack of ventilation and lighting, lack of
fire prevention,lack of appropriate road surfaces,striping, parking and lighting, lack
of propertrash enclosures,unsafe gas hook-ups,inoperative plumbing,and general
dilapidation and non-existent property maintenance to the structures and grounds.
In July 2000, the attorney representing Ramy Hormoz advised the City Attorney of
his clients willingness to enter into a settlement agreement with the City of Palm
Springs to avoid having to continue with the criminal complaint filing against his
client. The agreement required the property owner to either sell the property,
rehabilitate the property or demolish all structures and clean-up the site. Ramy
Hormoz signed the agreement on August 10, 2000 and it became effective on
September 6, 2000. On September 18, 2000 the owner had sold the property to
Pebblebrook Inc., a corporation out of Las Vegas, Nevada. In October 2000,the City
dismissed its complaint case against the owner since he complied with one of the
three options allowed within the agreement.
On October 4, 2000 a cover letter and a copy of the Notice and Order was sent to
Pebblebrook Inc.which advised them of the City's position regarding the conditions
of the property and as to what steps the City may take if progress is not made
towards rehabilitating the property. According to Ramy Hormoz, he was the lien
holder for the property and Pebblebrook Inc.was to pay him monthly payments for
the property. In January2001,staff was advised by Ramy Hormoz,thatthe property
was in foreclosure and he was attempting to regain ownership of the property. In
March 2001, staff was advised that Pebblebrook Inc. had filed bankruptcy and that
the foreclosure process would be delayed until the bankruptcy was addressed in
court. In July 2001, Ramy Hormoz notified the Citythat he has regained control of the
property and intends to either sell or rehabilitate the property, but did not offer any
time frames.
The 45 day compliance period for the Notice and Order has expired and all parties
of past and present owners were properly notified of its requirements and expiration
date.The Notice was also recorded with the County Recorder.On July 23,2001 the
Notice to Abate Nuisance hearing was set and notification was done by a posting of
the property and sending it both certified and regular mail. The hearing Notice was
also recorded with the County Recorder.
CORRECTIVE ACTION:
Persons responsible for the abatement of a nuisance include every person who,
either by his affirmative acts of by his omission to diligently, carefully and prudently
conduct his affairs or manage his property, creates or causes the nuisance or
suffers or permits the nuisance to exist; every person who has the right to possess,
use and enjoy, or to receive all or part of the issues, profits and benefits of the
property or thing which is the nuisance; and every person who owns an estate or
interest in the real property upon which the nuisance is created or is maintained or
upon which it is suffered to exist. ' VT A
Pursuant to Health&Safety Code Section 17980(b),the responsible persons(s)has
the option of either making the necessary repairs to the building or demolishing the
building. A choice must have been made within 30 days of the date of service of the
Notice& Order of November 30, 1999. The responsible parties did not respond to
the Notice & Order.
Should the Council approve the abatement, the owners will have 30 days, until
October 5, 2001, to either bring the buildings up to current code standards or
demolish them. If the owners fail to respond, the City may proceed towards the
demolition of the buildings by order of the Court.
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D UGLA . EVANS
Directo06f Planning and Building
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City Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Notice & Order (July 21,1999)
2. Resolution
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ORDER
CONCERNING A SUBSTANDARD
BUILDING
Date of Issuance: July 21, 1999
File No. 91-653
NOTICE TO: Ramy Hormoz
4470 Winnetka Avenue
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Hellas Trading, ,Inc.
1762 Westwood Blvd, Suite 320
Los Angeles, CA 90024
General Description: 640 N. Indian Canyon
Palm Springs, CA 92262
("Subject Property")
Legal Description: Assessor's Parcel No. 507-183-006
(See Exhibit "A" attached hereto)
In accordance with Chapter. 10 of the Uniform Housing Code (the
'Code") as adopted and amended by the City of Palm Springs, Notice
is hereby given that a SUBSTANDARD BUILDING has been determined to
exist on the, property described herein by reason of conditions
found to render the building substandard under the provisions of
Section 202 of said Code. The conditions found to exist are
described as follows:
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UNIFORM HOUSING CODE Vrnr ATrONG
Tenant's Unit:
1. Plumbing fixtures have been removed in the bathroom, and
plumbing traps are dry, in violation of sections 1001.2, and
1001.6 of the Code.
2. Electrical plates are missing leaving the electrical wiring
open and exposed, in violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
3, The roof is not adequately weather protected as evident by the
water damage to the ceiling, roof leaks, and parts of the
ceiling that have fallen, in violation of section 1001.E of
the Code.
Unit 0108 and adjoining, unnumbered unit:
4. There are vermin droppings indicating rodent infestation,
in violation of section 1001.11 of the Code.
5. Sewage is overflowing out of the toilet, in violation of
sections 1001.11, and 1001.6 of the Code.
6. The ceiling has fallen in throughout the units, in
violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
7. Plumbing fixtures are in a state of disrepair throughout
the units, in violation of sections 1001.6 and 1001.2 of
the Code.
S. There is a broken window, in violation of section 1001.2
of the Code.
9. Water has entered into a ceiling fixture with electrical
wiring creating a hazardous electrical situation, in
violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
Unit #106:
10. Structural damage to the Subject Property is suspected
due to evidence of water damage to framing members. The
kitchen ceiling is falling. The foregoing conditions are
in violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
Unit #105:
11. The door to the unit is stuck shut thereby prohibiting
entry, in violation of section 1001.12 of the Code.
Unit #104:
12. Mold growth is evident, in violation of section 10ol.11
of the Code.
13. Structural damage to the Subject Property is suspected as
there is evidence of water damage to framing members
providing structural support, in violation of section
1001.3.
14. "A T-bar ceiling has been added to the kitchen which is
covering the kitchen exhaust fan, in violation of section
1001.2.
is. 'Sewage is overflowing out of the toilet, in violation of
,sections 1001.11 and 1001.6 of the Code.
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Unit #103 :
16. Structural damage to the Subject Property is suspected as
there is evidence of water damage to framing members
providing structural support. Water damage has resulted
in the bubbling and buckling of the wall covering. The
foregoing conditions are in violation of section 1001.3
of the Code.
17, Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates
are missing, in violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
12. A T-bar ceiling has been added to the kitchen which is
covering the kitchen exhaust fan, in violation of section
1001.2 of the Code.
Unit #102:
19. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as
there is evidence of water damage to framing members
providing structural support. Severe water leaks exist
throughout the unit as evidenced by falling ceilings, and
deterioration at window sills. The foregoing conditions
are in violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
20. Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates
are missing. A non-permitted electrical outlet has been
added at floor level, and the electrical wires leading to
the outlet have been stapled to the molding creating an
electrical hazard. The foregoing conditions are in
violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
21. Evidence of a previous electrical fire exists in the
unit, in violation of section 1001.9 of the Code.
Unit #101:
22. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as
there is evidence of water damage to framing members
providing structural support. Severe water leaks exist
throughout the unit as evidenced by falling ceilings.
The foregoing conditions are in violation of section
1001.3 of the Code.
23. A T-bar ceiling has been added to the kitchen which is
covering the kitchen exhaust fan, in violation of section
1001.2 of the Code.
24. There is a pile of newspapers in the closet creating a
fire hazard, in violation of section 1001.9 of the Code.
25. Sewace is overflowing out of the toilet located within
the unit, in violation of sections 1001.11 and 1001.6 of
the Code.
Unit #202 :
26. The landing at the back of the building is lacking a
guardrail, in violation of sections 1001.3 and 1001.11 of
the Code.
27. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as
'there is evidence of water damage to framing members
providing structural support, in violation of section
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28, A T-can oailit% haw boon added to the kitchen which io
covering the kitchen exhaust fan, in violation of section
1001.2 of the Code.
29. Water damage to the floor is evident as there is mold and
signs of deterioration, in violation of section 1001.8 of
the Code.
30. Large sections of paint are peeling off of the interior
walls, in violation of section 1001.11 of the Code.
31. Fire damage is visible through a hole in the ceiling, in
violation of sections 1001.9 and 1001.3 of the Code.
Unit #203:
32. Access to this unit was not possible, in violation of
section 1001.12 of the Code.
Unit #111:
33 . Large sections of paint are peeling off of the interior
walls, in violation of section 1001.11 of the Code.
34. Electrical cover plates are missing, in violation of
section 1001.5 of the Code.
35. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as
there is evidence of water damage to framing members
providing structural support, in violation of section
1001.3 of the Code.
Howard Manor:
36. Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates
are missing, in violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
37. Large sections of paint are peeling off of the interior
walls with mold growing underneath, in violation of
sections 1001.11 of the Code.
38. Portions of the ceiling are falling in throughout the
unit, secondary to water damage, in violation of section
1001.3 of the Code.
39. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as
there is evidence of water damage to framing members
providing structural support, in violation of section
1001.3 of the Code,
Unit #30
40, Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as
the framing members that provide support have been
damaged by water entering from leaks from the second
story units, in violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
41. Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates
are missing, in violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
Commercial Kitchen Near Pool
42. 'Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as
there is evidence of water damage to framing members
providing structural support, in violation of section
,1001.3 of the Code.
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43 . Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates
are missing, in violation of section 10ol.5 of the Code.
Pool Equipment Enclosure:
44, Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as
there is evidence of water damage to framing members
providing structural support, in violation of section
1001.3 of the Code.
45. There are broken windows, in violation of section 1001.8
of the Code.
Exterior and Grounds around the Property:
46. There is dead vegetation, dog waste, trash and debris
located on the grounds, in violation of sections 1001.2
and 1001.11 of the Code.
47. Eaves have deteriorated creating holes. Landings, railings,
and rain gutters have come loose and are detached from the
structure. Water damage has compromised the structural
integrity such that the basement is no longer structurally
sound. The foregoing conditions are in violation of sections
1001.3, and 1001.11 of the Code.
48. Roof tiles are broken and missing, and the exterior paint
is deteriorating and peeling away from the wall. The
foregoing conditions are in violation of section 1001.8
of the Code.
49. Two exterior staircases going from the first to the
second floor are dilapidated with steps askew, and pieces
of the steps missing as a result of water damage and a
lack of maintenance. The foregoing conditions are in
violation of sections 1001.3, 1001.11, and 1001.12 of the
Code.
50. The pool and spa have not been maintained adequately.
Both have been left dry for too long resulting in cracks,
and deterioration of the pipes. There is also an
accumulation of debris. The plumbing is in a state of
disrepair. The foregoing conditions are in violation of
section 1001.6 of the Code.
51. The electrical wiring for the pool and spa have been
inadequately maintained, in violation of section 1001.5
of the Code.
General Condition of Property:
52. The Property does not have a heating source, in violation
of section 1001.2 of the Code.
53 . The gas lines to the Property are open, and uncapped in
each unit, in violation of section 1001.9, and 1001.11 of
the Code.
54. There is no electric service to the Property, except for
one tenant's unit, in violation of section 1001.2 of the
Code.
The Subject Property is also in violation of Palm Springs Zoning
Ordinance Section 9319.00; Property Maintenance Standards (a copy
of which is attached for your reference) . Specifically:
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1. An accumulation of dead vegetation, trash, dead organic
matter, debris and combustible materials exist in significant
amounts in and around the Property.
2. Accessory structures along the Subject Property such as
railings, awnings, eaves, steps, and staircases are
detached, disjointed, and/or in a state of deterioration.
Paint is peeling. Windows are broken.
3. Dead vegetation, stored newspapers, and a lack of fire
sprinklers, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, "Knox',
key boxes in gated areas, and emergency plans for the
main lobby all constitute fire hazards.
4. There is a lack of functional exits from the building as
two exterior staircases are dysfunctional, and landings
have fallen, blocking exits.
The Subject Property is also in violation of Palm Springs Municipal
Code Section 11.72.160 Deteriorating and Defective Structures, and
Section 11.72.170 Property Maintenance (a copy of which is attached
for your reference) . Specifically:
1. The Property has broken windows, peeling paint, a roof
in a state of disrepair, damaged landings and staircases.
2. The Property has not been maintained as there are
substantial amounts of dead vegetation, litter, organic
matter, and debris in and around the Property.
The Property is also in violation of the Palm Springs Municipal
Code section 11.72.080 which states that any violation of the Palm
Springs Zoning Ordinance is a public nuisance.
The Property is also in violation of the Palm Springs Municipal
Code section 11.72.100 which states any violation of the Uniform
Housing Code as amended i5 a public nuisance.
The property has been a source of repetitive complaints from a
variety of neighborhood residents as well as the Palm Springs
Police Department.
Persons responsible for the abatement of a nuisance include every
person who, either by his affirmative acts or by his omission to
diligently, carefully and prudently conduct his affairs or manage
his property, creates or causes the nuisance or suffers or permits
the nuisance to exist; every person who has the right to possess,
use and enjoy, or to receive all or part of the issues, profits and
benefits of the property or thing which is the nuisance; and every
person who owns an estate or interest in the real property upon
which the nuisance is created or is maintained or upon which it is
suffered to exist.
Pursuant to Health & Safety Code Section 17980 (b) you have the
Option of either making the necessary repairs to the building or
demolishing the building. You must make your choice within thirty
(30) days from the date of service of this Notice and Order upon
you. In the event you choose to repair the building, you must
present a reasonable and feasible schedule for repair of the
defects within the aforementioned thirty (30) day period. If you
do not make a timely choice of repair or demolition, fail to
perform the repair work as scheduled and agreed, or select an
option which cannot be completed within a reasonable period of
time, as determined by the City, demolition proceedings may be
initiated by the City. If you fail and/or refuse to comply with
this Notice and Order within fifteen (15) days of the expiration of
the above-referenced thirty (30) day period, the City may proceed
with the demolition of the building on the Subject Property. if
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you and/or the other responsible parties fail and/or refuse to
comply with this Notice and Order as set forth above, the City may
proceed with the demolition of the building on the Subject
Property,
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS REQUIRED:
1) Secure a permit to restore structure to a habitable
condition including any required rehabilitation of
electrical, mechanical, structural and plumbing systems.
2) Establish a program acceptable to the Department of
Planning and Building addressing the continuing exterior
maintenance of the property. Such a program shall
include landscaping, and rehabilitation of accessory
structures including, but not limited to eaves, awnings,
landings, staircases, and windows.
3) Ensure required inspections are done.
4) Remove all trash, junk, debris, dead vegetation, organic
matter, and other discarded items.
5) Repaint all buildings, walls and fences. (Architectural
Approval required)
6) Repair and properly maintain swimming pool and equipment;
maintain properly.
B) Remedy all fire hazards identified including, but not
limited to, a lack of fire sprinklers, smoke detectors,
fire extinguishers, "Knox" key boxes in gated areas, and
emergency plans for the main lobby
You and any other responsible parties will be subject to liability
_.for payment of all costs which the City incurs to initiate
abatement procedures and to abate the nuisance including but not
limited to all costs of inspection investigations assessment,
repair, mitigation remediation removal rehabilitation security,
storage, traffic control law enforcement protection and other
consequential direct and indirect costs relating to such abatement,
including all administrative and legal fees and costs.
Current fees for City costs are as follows:
• general staff and inspection time - $50.00/hour
(1/4 hour minimum. )
• city attorney time - $150.00/hour
RIGHT OF APPEAL: Any person having record title or legal interest
in the building may appeal from the Notice and Order or any action
of the Building Official or designee to the Board of Appeals,
provided the appeal is made in writing and in the form required by
Section 1201.1 of the Uniform Housing Code and filed with the
Building Official within thirty (30) days from the date of service
of such Notice and Order, provided, however, that if the building
or structure is in such condition as to make it immediately
dangerous to the life, limb, property or safety of the public or
adjacent property(s) and is ordered vacated and is posted, such
appeal shall be filed within 10 days from the date of service of
the Notice and order upon you. Failure to appeal will constitute
a waiver of all right to an administrative hearing and
determination of the matter. Where appropriate, as determined by
the City, the City may conduct further proceedings in accordance
with,Chapters 11.72 and 2.50 of the Palm springs Municipal Code.
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processing of the Appeal shall be in accordance with the provisions
set forth in the Uniform Housing code, A complete text of said
code is Attached an Exhibit "B" hereto, please direct your appeal
to: Board of Appeals, City of Palm Springs Building Division, PO
Pox 2743, Palm ayrings CA 92263 (619) 3276242 ,
Pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code sections 17274 and 24426.5,
a tax deduction may not be allowed for interest, taxes,
depreciation, or amortization paid or incurred on the Subject
Property in the taxable years 1997 or 1998.
If you would like to make arrangements for an acceptable schedule
of repairs, please contact Dirk Voss at (760) 323-8245 within the
above-referenced time period.
DATL�r7�5
D this 3O day of t)chWtnt�r� 1999.
Dak Voss
Sr. Community Preservation Officer
L.)OUS-0cs ns
Director f Planning & Zoning
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LOTS 1, 21 3, AND 5 AND THE WESTERLY 25,00 FEET OF LOT 6, IN BLOCK
"C" OF PALM SPRINGS ESTATES, IN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, COUNTY OF
RIVXRYIMX, OTATZ OF CALIFORNIA, AS ?MR MAP RHCOR Sp IN ROOK 15,
PAGE 43 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID
COUNTY,
EXCEPT ALL OIL, GAS OR OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES, WITHOUT RIGHT
OF SURFACE ENTRY, AS RESERVED IN DEEDS RECORDED APRIL 26, 1927 IN
BOOK 716, PAGE 69 OF DEEDS; JULY 14, 1927 IN BOOK 721, PAGE 389 OF
DEEDS; AUGUST 19, 1935 IN BOOK 243, PAGE 393; NOVEMBER IS; 1937 IN
BOOK 352, PAGE 168; MARCH 11, 1936 IN BOOK 269, PAGE 259; AND MAY
14, 1934 IN BOOK 173, PAGE 124, ALL OF OFFICIAL RECORDS OF
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.
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Chapter 12
APPEAL
Section 1201 - General
Sao. 1101.1 Form of Appeal. Any person entitled to service
under Section 1101.3 may appeal from any notice and order or any
Action of the building official under this code by filing at the
office of the building official a written appeal containing,
1. A heading in the words: "Before the Board of Appeals of
the . . . . . . . . . . of 11
2. A caption reading: "Appeals of . . . . . . . ", giving
the names of all appellants participating in the appeal.
3. A brief statement setting forth the legal interest of
each of the appellants in the building or the land involved in the
notice and order.
4. A brief statement in ordinary and concise language of
that specific order or action protested, together with any material
facts claimed to support the contentions of the appellant.
5. A brief statement in ordinary and concise language of the
relief sought and the reasons why it is claimed the protested order
or action should be reversed, modified or otherwise set aside.
6. The signatures of all parties named as appellants and
their official mailing addresses.
7. The verification (by declaration under penalty of
perjury) of at least one appellant as to the truth of the matters
stated in the appeal.
The appeal shall be filed within 30 days from the date of the
service of such order or action of the building official, provided,
however, that if the building or structure is in such condition as
to make it immediately dangerous to the life, limb, property or
safety of the public or adjacent property and is ordered vacated
and is posted in accordance with Section 1104, such appeal shall be
filed within 10 days from the date of the service of the notice and
order of the building official.
1201.2 Processing of Appeal. Upon receipt of any appeal
filed pursuant to this section, the building official shall present
it at the next regular or special meeting of the board of appeals.
1201.3 Scheduling and Noticing Appeal for Hearing. As soon
as practicable after receiving the written appeal, the housing
advisory and appeals board shall fix a date, time and place for the
hearing of the appeal by the board. Such date shall be not less
than 10 days nor more than 60 days from the date of the appeal was
filed with the building official. Written notice of the time and
place of the hearing shall be given at least 10 days prior to the
date of the hearing to each appellant by the secretary of the board
either by causing a copy of such notice to be delivered to the
appellant personally or by mailing a copy thereof, postage prepaid,
addressed to the appellant at the address shown on the appeal.
Effect of Failure to Appeal
Sec. 1202. Failure of any person to file an appeal in
accordance with the provisions of Sections 1101 and 1201 shall
constitute a waiver of the right to an administrative hearing and
adjudication of the notice and order or to any portion thereof.
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SeO. 1703. Only those matters or issuee•epepifically raised
by Eh@ 9pP114M Ahall be aoneidered in the h®dring of the eppEel,
Staying of Order of Appeal
Sec. 1204. Except for vacation orders made pursuant to
Section 1104, enforcement of any notice and order of the building
official issued under this code shall be stayed during the pendency
of an appeal therefrom which is properly and timely filed.
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DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Dirk Voss, declare:
1) The facts set forth below are known personally to me and called upon could and would testify
thereto.
2) I am employed by the City ofPalm Springs as a CommunityPreservation Coordinator.One of my
job duties is to cause the posting of Notice to Abate Nui sauce concerning a substandard building
declaring a building and property a public nuisance on behalf of the City of Palm Springs. The
public hearing is set for September 5, 2001.
3) On July 23,2001, a copy of the Notice to AbateNuisance dated July 23, 2001 for the property
located at 640 N.Indian Canyon Drive,Palm Springs,California was posted conspicuously on the
property.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and
correct.
Executed this 23 day of July, 2001, at Palm Springs, California.
Dirk Voss
Community Preservation Coordinator
City of Palm Springs
DECLARATION OF MAILING
I, Dirk Voss, declare:
1) The facts below are known personally to me and if called upon to testify, I could and would
competently testify thereto.
2) I am employed by the City of Palm Springs as the Community Preservation Coordinator.
3) On July23,2001andAugust22,2001, IcausedacopyofalloticetoAbateNuisancedeclaring
the property and buildings at 640N.Indian Canyon Drive,Palm Springs,Ca.a public Nuisance
dated July 23,2001 and August 22,2001,to bewailed by certified mail,return receipt requested
to the owner(s)ofrecord as listed on the latest tax roll and all parties holding a beneficial interest
in the property located at 640 N.Indian Canyon Drive.The public hearing will be on September
5, 2001.
Mailing listed as follows:
Ramy Hormoz William Klapperman Uninsured Employers
4470 Winnetka 1135 W. Olympic Blvd. Collections Unit
Woodland Hills, Ca.91364 Suite 100 P.O. Box 429397
Los Angeles, Ca. 90064 San Francisco, Ca.
94142
Lawyers Title Company Baston-Potter Pebblebrook Inc.
55 South Lake Ave. Ste: 600 C-21 Best Properties 5300 W.. Sahara Ave.
Pasadena, Ca. 91101 33075 Yucaipa Blvd Suite 101
Yucaipa, Ca. 92399 Las Vegas, NV. 89146
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and
correct.
Executed this 23 day of August, 2001 at Palm Springs, California.
C
Du oss
Community Preservation Coordinator
City of Palm Springs
Ramy Hormoz Uninsured Employers Fund Baston-Potter & Associates
4470 Winnetka Collections Unit Century 21 Best Properties
Woodland Hills, Ca. 91364 P.O. Box 429397 33075 Yucaipa Blvd
San Francisco, Ca. 94142 Yucaipa, Ca. 92399
William Klapperman Lawyers Title Company Pebblebrook Inc.
1135 W. Olympic Blvd. Ste: 100 55 S. Lake Ave., Ste: 600 5300 W. Sahara Ave, Ste:101
Los Angeles, Ca. 90064 Pasadena, Ca. 91101 Las Vegas, NV. 89146
C/o Edward Beierle
NOTICE TO ABATE NUISANCE
The owner of the building situated at 640 N. Indian CynJalm Springs, California is hereby notified
to appear before the City Council for the City of Palm Springs, governing board of the Planning and
Building Department for the City of Palm Springs, at its meeting to be held September 5, 2001, at
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California in the Council Chambers at the hour of
7:00 pm, or as soon thereafter as he/she may be heard, and show cause, if any he/she has, why said
building should not be condemned as a public nuisance and said nuisance be abated by reconstructing
or properly repairing said building or by razing or removing same.
Dated: g — Z'Z— I
Planning and Building Department
City of Palm Springs
By:
Dirk Voss
Community Preservation Coordinator
Rainy Hormuz
4470 Winnetka Avenue
Woodland Hills, Ca. 91364
NOTICE TO ABATE NUISANCE
The owner of the building situated at 640 N. Indian Canyon, Palm Springs, California is hereby notified
to appear before the City Council for the City of Palm Springs, governing board of the Planning and
Building Department for the City of Palm Springs, at its meeting to be held September 5, 2001, at
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California in the Council Chambers at the hour of
7:00 pm, or as soon thereafter as he/she may be heard, and show cause, if any he/she has, why said
building should not be condemned as a public nuisance and said nuisance be abated by reconstructing
or properly repairing said building or by razing or removing same.
Dated: 1 y3— oI
Planning and Building Department
City of Palm Springs
B� 1
Dirk Voss
Community Preservation Coordinator
RESOLUTION NO.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, FINDING AND DECLARING THE BUILDINGS
AT640 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA TO BE A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND
ORDERING THE ABATEMENT THEREOF
WHEREAS, that certain real property known as 640 North Indian Canyon Drive and more
particularly described as lots 1, 2 and 3 and the westerly 25 feet of lot 6, in block "C" of
Palm Springs Estates, as shown by map on file in book 15, page 43 of maps, records of
Riverside County, California, Assessor's Parcel Number 507-183-006-6 in the City of Palm
Springs, County of Riverside, State of California (the"Subject Property"), contains a vacant
hotel; and
WHEREAS, on or about July 21, 1997, after receiving multiple complaints about and
conducting inspections of the Subject Property, the City issued a Notice of Violation to the
current property owner, Ramy Hormoz("Property Owner"),identifying Code violations found
on the Subject Property, including substandard building conditions and lack of proper
property maintenance,and requesting that the Subject Property be brought into compliance
with City Codes; and
WHEREAS,the Property Owner failed to abate the Code violations on the Subject Property
within the times required and as requested in the Notice of Violation dated July 21, 1997,
at which time and thereafter the City continued to receive numerous complaints about the
Subject Property from neighboring property owners, including a petition from the Movie
Colony Home Owners Association; and
WHEREAS, on or about May 18, 1998, as a result of the City's inspection of the Subject
Property in February 1998 with the Property Owner's consent, and the Property Owner's
continued failure to bring the property into compliance with City Codes, the City issued a
second Notice of Violation to the Property Owner requesting that the Code violations found
on the Subject Property be abated and brought into compliance with City Codes; and
WHEREAS,the Property Owner failed to abate the Code violations on the Subject Property
pursuant to the City's various requests as described above, and as such, on or about
February 10, 1999, the City filed an Inspection Warrant with Riverside Superior Court for
permission to conduct a thorough inspection of the Subject Property for Code violations
resulting in public nuisance, which inspection was completed on or about February 18,
1999; and
WHEREAS,on or about November 30, 1999,after the City reinspected the Subject Property
to ascertain if any improvements had been made, the City issued a Notice and Order
Concerning Substandard and Dangerous Buildings to the Property Owner,mortgagees and
trust deed beneficiaries, which Notice was recorded with the Riverside County Recorder's
Office on or about December29, 1999,advising that a dangerous condition was determined
to exist on the Subject Property,addressing the continued presence of the public nuisances,
and advising of the required corrective actions; and
WHEREAS,the Property Ownerfailed to abate the Code violations on the Subject Property
within the times required and as requested in the Notice and Order dated November 30,
1999, and as such, on or about April 4, 2000, the City filed a Misdemeanor Complaint
against the Property Owner in Riverside Superior Court; and
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WHEREAS, on or about May 10, 2000, the Property Owner gave consent for the City's
Community Preservation and Building Department to conduct a videotaped inspection of
the Subject Property, with a prospective buyer in attendance; and
WHEREAS, on or about August 10, 2000, the Property Owner signed a Settlement
Agreement between the City and the Property Owner ("Settlement Agreement") whereby
the Property Owner agreed to either sell, demolish or rehabilitate the Subject Property,
which was approved by the City Council on or about September 6, 2000, and which was
recorded with the Riverside County Recorder's Office on or about September 22,2000;and
WHEREAS,on or about September 18,2000,the Property Owner sold the Subject Property
to Pebblebrook, Inc., a Nevada Corporation ("Pebblebrook"); and
WHEREAS, on or about October 2, 2000, after the Subject Property was sold by the
Property Owner to Pebblebrook, in compliance with the terms and conditions of the
Settlement Agreement,the City dismissed the Misdemeanor Complaint against the Property
Owner; and
WHEREAS, on or about October 4, 2000, the City sent a letter to Pebblebrook, with a copy
of the Notice and Order dated November 30, 1999, advising of the City's position regarding
the conditions of the Subject Property and what steps the City intended to take if progress
was not made towards rehabilitating the Subject Property and bringing it into compliance
with City Codes; and
WHEREAS, on or about November 30, 2000, after Pebblebook failed to make all required
payments for the Subject Property, a Notice of Default against Pebblebrook was recorded
with the Riverside County Recorder's Office; and
WHEREAS, in or about July 2001, the Property Owner advised the City that he had
regained ownership of the Subject Property and intended to either sell or rehabilitate it, but
he did not provide any time frames for such sale or rehabilitation; and
WHEREAS, the substandard, dangerous and uninhabitable conditions of the Subject
Property have been left unrepaired and uncorrected for greater than four years despite
repeated notices to the Property Owner,which Notices the City recorded with the Riverside
County Recorder's Office and sent directly to the Property Owner; and
WHEREAS, the substandard, dangerous and uninhabitable conditions make the buildings
at 640 N. 640 North Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California, a public nuisance as
defined by Health and Safety Code section 17920, Uniform Housing Code section 202,and
Palm Springs Municipal Code sections 11.72.090 and 11.72.160; and
WHEREAS, as required by California Code of Regulations, Title 25, section 60, and Health
and Safety Code section 17980(b), the City mailed written notice of the dangerous
conditions to all owners, mortgagees and trust deed beneficiaries of 640 North Indian
Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California, by certified mail, return receipt requested, on or
about November 30, 1999, and October 4, 2000; and
WHEREAS, as required by California Code of Regulations, Title 25, section 60, and Health
and Safety Code section 17980(b),written notice of a public hearing as to why the buildings
should not be condemned as a public nuisance and ordered to be abated by reconstruction,
repairing or removing the buildings was posted on the Subject Property and mailed to the
Property Owner of 604 N. Indian Canyon, Palm Springs, California, by certified mail, return
receipt requested, on or about July 23, 2001; and
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WHEREAS, the Property Owner, mortgagees and trust deed beneficiaries have not made
the required repairs to the buildings on the Subject Property, which remain in a
substandard, dangerous, and uninhabitable condition; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held before the City Council on September 5, 2001, and
all interested parties were given an opportunity to be heard regarding the declaration of the
buildings at 640 North Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California,as a public nuisance.
NOW THEREFORE, based upon the written documents and oral testimony presented at
the hearing, the City Council of the City of Palm Springs resolves as follows:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and the City Council so finds and
determines.
Section 2. The City Council finds and declares the following conditions exist at 640
North Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California:
UNIFORM HOUSING CODE VIOLATIONS
TENANT'S UNIT:
1. Plumbing Fixtures have been removed in the bathroom, and plumbing traps are dry,
in violation of sections 1001.2 and 1001.6 of the Uniform Housing Code (the
"Code").
2. Electrical plates are missing leaving the electrical wiring open and exposed, in
violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
3. The roof is not adequately weather protected as evident by the water damage to the
ceiling, roof leaks, and parts of the ceiling that have fallen, in violation of section
1001.8 of the Code.
UNIT#108 AND ADJOINING, UNNUMBERED UNIT:
4. There are vermin droppings indicating rodent infestation, in violation of section
100 1.11 of the Code.
5. Sewage is overflowing out of the toilet, in violation of sections 1001.11 and 1001.6
of the Code.
6. The ceiling has fallen in throughout the units, in violation of section 1001.3 of the
Code.
7. Plumbing fixtures are in a state of disrepair throughout the units, in violation of
sections 1001.6 and 1001.2 of the Code.
8. There is a broken window, in violation of section 1001.8 of the Code.
9. Water has entered into a ceiling fixture with electrical wiring creating a hazardous
electrical situation, in violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
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UNIT#106:
10. Structural damage to the Subject Property is suspected due to evidence of water
damage to framing members. The kitchen ceiling is falling. The foregoing
conditions are in violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
UNIT#105:
11. The door to the unit is stuck shut thereby prohibiting entry, in violation of section
1001.12 of the Code.
UNIT#104:
12. Mold growth is evident, in violation of section 1001.11 of the Code.
13. Structural damage to the Subject Property is suspected as there is evidence of
water damage to framing members providing structural support, in violation of
section 1001.3 of the Code.
14. A T-bar ceiling has been added to the kitchen which is covering the kitchen exhaust
fan, in violation of section 1001.2 of the Code.
15. Sewage is overflowing out of the toilet, in violation of sections 1001.11 and 1001.6
of the Code.
UNIT#103:
16. Structural damage to the Subject Property is suspected as there is evidence of
water damage to framing members providing structural support. Waterdamagehas
resulted in the bubbling and buckling of the wall covering. The foregoing conditions
are in violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
17. Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates are missing, in violation of
section 1001.5 of the Code.
18. A T-bar ceiling has been added to the kitchen which is covering the kitchen exhaust
fan, in violation of section 1001.2 of the Code.
UNIT#102:
19. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as there is evidence of
water damage to framing members providing structural support. Severe water leaks
exist throughout the unit as evidence by falling ceilings, and deterioration at window
sills. The foregoing conditions are in violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
20. Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates are missing. A non-
permitted electrical outlet has been added at floor level, and the electrical wires
leading to the outlet have been stapled to the molding creating an electrical hazard.
The foregoing conditions are in violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
21. Evidence of a previous electrical fire exists in the unit, in violation of section 1001.9
of the Code.
UNIT#101:
22. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as there is evidence of
water damage to framing members providing structural support. Severe water leaks
exist throughout the unit as evidenced by falling ceilings. The foregoing conditions
are in violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
23. A T-bar ceiling had been added to the kitchen which is covering the kitchen exhaust
fan, in violation of section 1001.2 of the Code.
24. There is a pile of newspapers in the closet creating a fire hazard, in violation of
section 1001.9 of the code.
25. Sewage is overflowing out of the toilet located within the unit, in violation of sections
1001,11 and 1001.6 of the Code.
UNIT#202:
26, The landing at the back of the building is lacking a guardrail, in volition of sections
1001.3 and 1001.11 of the Code.
27. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as there is evidence of
water damage to framing members providing structural support, in violation of
section 1001.3 of the Code.
28. A T-bar ceiling has been added to the kitchen which is covering the kitchen exhaust
fan, in violation of section 1001.2 of the Code.
29. Water Damage to the floor is evident as there is mold and signs of deterioration, in
violation of section 1001.8 of the Code.
30. Large sections of paint are peeling off of the interior walls, in violation of section
1001.11 of the Code.
31. Fire damage is visible through a hole in the ceiling, in violation of sections 1001.9
and 1001.3 of the Code.
UNIT#203:
32. Access to this unit was not possible, in violation of section 1001.12 of the Code.
UNIT#111:
33. Large sections of paint are peeling off of the interior walls, in violation of section
100 1.11 of the Code.
34. Electrical cover plates are missing, in violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
35. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as there is evidence of
water damage to framing members providing structural support, in violation of
section 1001.3 of the Code.
Ispleor
HOWARD MANOR:
36. Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates are missing, in violation of
section 1001.5 of the Code.
37. Large sections of paint are peeling off of the interior walls with mold growing
underneath, in violation of sections 1001.11 of the Code.
38. Portions of the ceiling are falling in throughout the unit,secondary to water damage,
in violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
39. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as there is evidence of
water damage to framing members providing structural support, in violation of
section 1001.3 of the Code.
UNIT#30:
40. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as the framing members
that provide support have been damaged by water entering from leaks from the
second story units, in violation of section 1001.3 of the Code.
41. Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates are missing, in violation of
section 1001.5 of the Code.
COMMERCIAL KITCHEN NEAR POOL:
42. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as there is evidence of
water damage to framing members providing structural support, in violation of
section 1001.3 of the Code.
43. Electrical wires are exposed, and electrical cover plates are missing, in violation of
section 1001.5 of the Code.
POOL EQUIPMENT ENCLOSURE:
44. Structural damage of the Subject Property is suspected as there is evidence of
water damage to framing members providing structural support, in violation of
section 1001.3 of the Code.
45. There are broken windows, in violation of section 1001.8 of the Code.
EXTERIOR AND GROUNDS AROUND THE PROPERTY:
46. There is dead vegetation, dog waste, trash and debris located on the grounds, in
violation of sections 1001.2 and 1001.11 of the Code.
47. Eaves have deteriorated creating holes. Landings, railings, and rain gutters have
come loose and are detached from the structure. Water damage has compromised
the structural integrity such that the basement is no longer structurally sound. The
foregoing conditions are in violation of sections 1001.3 and 100 1.11 of the Code.
48. Roof tiles are broken and missing, and the exterior paint is deteriorating and peeling
away from the wall. The foregoing conditions are in violation of section 1001.8 of
the Code. 150c (a
49. Two exterior staircases going from the first to the second floor are dilapidated with
steps askew, and pieces of the steps are missing as a result of water damage and
a lack of maintenance. The foregoing conditions are in violation of sections 1001.3,
1001.11 and 1001.12 of the Code.
50. The pool and spa have not been maintained adequately. Both have been left dry
for too long resulting in cracks and deterioration of the pipes. There is also an
accumulation of debris. The plumbing is in a state of disrepair. The foregoing
conditions are in violation of section 1001.6 of the Code.
51. The electrical wiring for the pool and spa have been inadequately maintained, in
violation of section 1001.5 of the Code.
GENERAL CONDITION OF PROPERTY:
52. The Property does not have a heating source, in violation of section 1001.2 of the
Code.
53, The gas lines to the Property are open and uncapped in each unit, in violation of
sections 1001.9 and 1001.11 of the Code.
54. There is no electric service to the Property, except for one tenant's unit, in violation
of section 1001.2 of the Code.
Section 3. The City Council finds and declares that the defects described herein have
created structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing hazards, conditions
of inadequate sanitation, faulty weather protection, and an accumulation of
debris to the extent that would endanger the health, safety and welfare of
occupants and the public. Because of these conditions, the City Council
finds and declares the buildings at 640 North Indian Canyon Drive, Palm
Springs, California, to be substandard, dangerous and in violation of Health
and Safety Code section 17920.3, and Chapter 2, section 202, of the
Uniform Housing Code, adopted by reference into the Palm Springs
Municipal Code section 8.04.035.
Section 4. The City Council finds and declares that, because of the substandard,
dangerous and uninhabitable conditions created by the structural,
mechanical, electrical and plumbing hazards, conditions of inadequate
sanitation, faulty weather protection, and accumulation of debris, the
buildings at 640 North Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California, are a
public nuisance as defined in Health and Safety Code section 17920,
Uniform Housing Code section 202, California Building Code section 102,
and Palm Springs Municipal Code sections 11.72.090, 11.72.100 and
11.72.160 as follows:
Anything which is injurious to health, or is indecent or offensive to the
senses or an obstruction to the free use of property, so as to interfere with
the comfortable enjoyment of life or property, which affects the same time
an entire community or neighborhood. (California Civil Code sections 3479
and 3480, incorporated by reference into Health and Safety Code section
17920.)
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Buildings or portions thereof that are determined to be substandard as
defined in this code are hereby declared to be public nuisances and shall be
abated by repair, rehabilitation, demolition or removal. (Uniform Housing
Code Chapter 2, section 202, incorporated by reference into Palm Springs
Municipal Code section 8.04.035.)
All such unsafe buildings, structures or appendages are hereby declared to
be public nuisances. (California Building Code section 102, incorporated by
reference into Palm Springs Municipal Code section 8.04.010.)
Any violation of the Palm Springs Building Code as amended is a public
nuisance. (Palm Springs Municipal Code section 11.72.090.) The California
Building Code is referred to and cited as the Palm Springs Building Code.
(Palm Springs Municipal Code section 8.04.005.)
Any violation of the Uniform Housing Code as amended is a public nuisance.
(Palm Springs Municipal Code section 11.72.100.)
Any structure within the city in a state of substantial deterioration, such as
peeling paint on a fagade, broken windows, roofs in disrepair, damaged
porches or broken steps or other such deterioration or disrepair not
otherwise constituting a violation and which is viewable from a public right-
of-way or viewable from the sites of neighboring properties, is a public
nuisance. (Palm Springs Municipal Code section 11.72.160.)
Section5. Public nuisances created bysubstandard buildings are subject to abatement
under Health and Safety Code section 17980(b)and Palm Springs Municipal
Code Chapter 8.12.
Section 6. Health and Safety Code section 17980(b) requires that when a building is
found to be substandard, the enforcement agency shall commence with
proceedings to abate the violation by repair, rehabilitation, vacation or
demolition of the building. The owner shall have the choice of repairing or
demolishing the building, but the enforcement agency may require vacation
and demolition if the owner fails to make a timely choice.
Section 7. Uniform Housing Code section 202 states that when a building, or portion
thereof, is found to be substandard, the building, or portion thereof, shall be
abated by repair, rehabilitation,demolition or removal in accordance with the
procedures set forth in the Uniform Housing Code.
Section 8. The City Council finds and declares that, as required by California Code of
Regulations, Title 25, section 54, and Health and Safety Code section
17980(b),written notice of the substandard conditions, an order to abate the
nuisance, and notice of public hearing thereof were provided to all owners,
mortgagees and trust deed beneficiaries of 640 North Indian Canyon Drive,
Palm Springs, California, but those owners, mortgagees and trust deed
beneficiaries failed to respond or make the required repairs to the buildings,
which remain in a substandard condition.
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Section 9. Pursuant to California Code of Regulations, Title 25, section 62, and Palm
Springs Municipal Code section 11.72.200, the City Council directs the
owner of the buildings at 640 North Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs,
California, to abate the nuisance within thirty (30) days after the date of
posting a notice on the property of the passage of this resolution by having
the building properly reconstructed or repaired, or by having the building
razed or removed.
Section 10. The City Council directs the Building Official and City Attorney to seek a
court order authorizing the demolition of the building, in accordance with
Health and Safety Code section 17982, if the nuisance is not abated within
thirty (30) days after a notice of the passage of this resolution is posted on
the property.
Section 11. In accordance with Palm Springs Municipal Code section 11.72.250 and
California Code of Regulations,Title 25, section 68,the City Council directs
City staff members to maintain an itemized account of all costs incurred by
the City in razing and removing the buildings, including all administrative and
legal fees and expenses. The City is further authorized to proceed pursuant
to Palm Springs Municipal Code section 11.72.265 and California Code of
Regulations, Title 25, section 70, to establish a lien against the property for
reimbursement of the City's reasonable abatement expenses. The owner
shall be served with a notice of the costs and shall have the opportunity,
pursuant to Palm Springs Municipal Code section 11.72.250 and California
Code of Regulations, Title 25, sections 68 and 70, to appear at a hearing
and object to the reasonableness of the costs.
ADOPTED this day of September, 2001.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
CITY CLERK CITY MANAGER
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REVIEWED AND APPROVED:
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