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Property Inspector's Guide to Codes, Forms, and Complaints, 2006 Edition

by: Pieczynski, Linda

Property Inspector's Guide to Codes, Forms, and Complaints, 2006 Edition

by: Pieczynski, Linda

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Copyright: 10/26/2006
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Inspectors now have a partner in enforcing the property maintenance code! This valuable resource demonstrates how to prepare the documents required to pursue property maintenance code violators so that inspectors can perform inspections, file charges in the absence of compliance, obtain administrative search warrants, and condemn property by the book. Comprehensive coverage clearly shows the inspector how to enforce the IPMC regulations with sample forms for every document that the Code requires and sample complaints for every possible violation. This information will enable inspectors to do their jobs properly by helping them ensure that they follow the required steps in enforcement.

Preface

About the Author

xvii

Acknowledgments

xix

How to Use This Book

xxi

Diagramming a Sample Complaint

xxix

Administration of the Code

(56)

IPMC 103 Creation of the Department of Property Maintenance Inspection

(2)

Appointment of Code Official---Sample Form

(1)

Appointment of Deputies---Sample Form

(1)

IPMC 104 Duties and Power of the Code Official Including Right of Entry

(21)

Inspection Record---Sample Form

(3)

Reinspection Record---Sample Form

(1)

Village of Woodridge Multi---Family Housing Inspection Form---Sample Form

(8)

Flowchart 1 Basic Enforcement Procedure (Permission Given for Inspection or No Permission Needed)

(1)

Flowchart 2 Basic Enforcement Procedure (No Permission for Inspection)

(1)

Right of Entry---Checklist

(1)

Complaint for Administrative Search Warrant---Sample Form

(2)

Inspection List---Sample Form

(1)

Administrative Search Warrant---Sample Form

(1)

Search Warrant Return---Sample Form

(1)

IPMC 106 Enforcement Procedures and Administrative Violations

(3)

Drafting the Complaint---Checklist

(1)

Failing to Comply with a Notice of Violation---Sample Complaint

(1)

IPMC 107 Notices and Orders

(7)

Legal Responsibility and Notice---Checklist

(1)

Notice to Responsible Party---Sample Form

(1)

Proof of Service of Notice---Sample Form

(1)

Response to Responsible Party for Extension of Time---Sample Form

(1)

Sending Notice of Violation---Checklist

(1)

Unlawful Transfer of Ownership---Sample Complaint

(1)

IPMC 108 Unsafe Structures and Equipment

(14)

Unsafe Structures and Equipment---Checklist

(1)

Order for Closing of Vacant Structure---Sample Form

(1)

Notice of Condemnation of Unsafe Structure---Sample Form

(2)

Notice of Condemnation of Unsafe Equipment---Sample Form

(1)

Notice of Condemnation of Unfit for Human Occupancy---Sample Form

(2)

Notice of Condemnation of Unlawful Structure---Sample Form

(1)

Condemnation Placard---Sample Form

(1)

Unlawful Removal of a Placard---Sample Complaint

(1)

Occupying a Placarded Structure---Sample Complaint

(1)

Operating Placarded Equipment---Sample Complaint

(1)

IPMC 109 Emergency Measures

(2)

Notice of Imminent Danger---Sample Form

(1)

IPMC 110 Demolition

(6)

Demolition---Checklist

(1)

Notice of Demolition (No Repair Possible)---Sample Form

(1)

Notice of Demolition (Repair Possible)---Sample Form

(1)

Notice of Demolition (Cessation of Normal Construction)---Sample Form

(2)

Definitions

(6)

Who Is the Owner?

(1)

Is the Individual an Occupant?

(1)

Who Is a Tenant?

(1)

Who Is a Person under the Code?

(1)

Who Is an Operator?

(1)

Is It Garbage or Rubbish?

(1)

Table 2-1 What Kind of Living Unit Is It?

(1)

Who Is the Party Responsible for the Violations?

(2)

Who Is the Party Responsible for the Violation?---Table 2-2

(2)

Maintenance of Exterior and Interior Property Areas

(90)

IPMC 301 General Violations

(5)

Occupying Unsanitary and Unsafe Premises---Sample Complaint

(1)

Allowing Persons to Occupy an Unsanitary and Unsafe Premises---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Vacant Structure---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Vacant Land---Sample Complaint

(1)

IPMC 302 Exterior Property Area Violations

(17)

Failure to Maintain Exterior Property---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Grading and Drainage---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Sidewalks and Driveways---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Property Free from Weeds---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Property Free from Noxious Weeds---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Prevent Rodent Harborage---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Exterminate Rodents---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Prevent Reinfestation of Rodents---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Exhaust Vents---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Accessory Structure---Sample Complaint

(1)

Keeping an Inoperative Motor Vehicle---Sample Complaint

(1)

Keeping an Unlicensed Motor Vehicle---Sample Complaint

(1)

Keeping a Motor Vehicle in a State of Disrepair---Sample Complaint

(1)

Defacement of Property---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Restore Defaced Property---Sample Complaint

(1)

IPMC 303 Swimming Pool, SPA, and Hot Tub Violations

(3)

Failure to Maintain Swimming Pool---Sample Complaint

(1)

Improper Swimming Pool Enclosure---Sample Complaint

(1)

IPMC 304 Exterior Structure Violations

(37)

Failure to Maintain Exterior Structure---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Exterior Surfaces (Wood Surface)---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Exterior Surfaces (Siding and Masonry)---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Exterior Surfaces (Metal)---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Post Premises Identification---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Structural Members---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Foundation---Sample Complaint

(1)

Failure to Maintain Exterior Walls (Holes, Breaks, and Loose or Rotting Material)---Sample Complaint

100

(1)

Failure to Maintain Exterior Walls (Surface Coating)---Sample Complaint

101

(1)

Failure to Maintain Roof and Flashing---Sample Complaint

102

(1)

Failure to Maintain Roof Drainage---Sample Complaint

103

(1)

Failure to Maintain Roof Drains, Gutters, and Downspouts---Sample Complaint

104

(1)

Creating a Public Nuisance (Roof Water)---Sample Complaint

105

(1)

Failure to Maintain Decorative Features---Sample Complaint

106

(1)

Failure to Maintain Overhang Extensions---Sample Complaint

107

(1)

Failure to Maintain Exterior Stairway---Sample Complaint

108

(1)

Failure to Maintain Chimneys and Towers---Sample Complaint

109

(1)

Failure to Maintain Handrails and Guards---Sample Complaint

110

(1)

Failure to Maintain Window, Skylight, and Door Frames---Sample Complaint

111

(1)

Failure to Maintain Glazing Material---Sample Complaint

112

(1)

Failure to Provide Openable Windows---Sample Complaint

113

(1)

Failure to Supply Insect Screens---Sample Complaint

114

(1)

Failure to Maintain Swinging Door---2003 IPMC---Sample Complaint

115

(1)

Failure to Maintain Swinging Door---2006 IPMC---Sample Complaint

116

(1)

Failure to Maintain Exterior Door---Sample Complaint

117

(1)

Improper Lock---Sample Complaint

118

(1)

Failure to Maintain Basement Hatchway---Sample Complaint

119

(1)

Failure to Supply Basement Window Guard---Sample Complaint

120

(1)

Failure to Provide Building Security---Sample Complaint

121

(1)

Failure to Provide Deadbolt Lock---Sample Complaint

122

(1)

Failure to Provide Proper Deadbolt Lock---Sample Complaint

123

(1)

Failure to Provide Window Sash Locking Devices---Sample Complaint

124

(1)

Failure to Provide Basement Hatchway Security Device---Sample Complaint

125

(1)

IPMC 305 Interior Structure Violations

126

(7)

Failure to Maintain Interior Structure---Sample Complaint

127

(1)

Failure to Maintain Interior Structural Members---Sample Complaint

128

(1)

Failure to Maintain Interior Surfaces---Sample Complaint

129

(1)

Failure to Maintain Stairs and Walking Surfaces---Sample Complaint

130

(1)

Failure to Maintain Handrails and Guards---Sample Complaint

131

(1)

Failure to Maintain Interior Doors---Sample Complaint

132

(1)

IPMC 306 Handrail and Guardrail Violations

133

(5)

Failure to Maintain Provide Handrails---Sample Complaint

134

(1)

Failure to Maintain Provide Guards---Sample Complaint

135

(1)

Improper Handrails---Sample Complaint

136

(1)

Improper Guards---Sample Complaint

137

(1)

IPMC 307 Rubbish and Garbage Violations

138

(9)

Accumulation of Rubbish or Garbage---Sample Complaint

139

(1)

Improper Disposal of Rubbish---Sample Complaint

140

(1)

Failure to Provide Approved Covered Containers---Sample Complaint

141

(1)

Failure to Remove Rubbish---Sample Complaint

142

(1)

Failure to Remove Door from Refrigerator---Sample Complaint

143

(1)

Improper Disposal of Garbage---Sample Complaint

144

(1)

Failure to Provide Garbage Facilities---Sample Complaint

145

(1)

Failure to Use Containers---Sample Complaint

146

(1)

IPMC 308 Extermination Violations

147

(6)

Failure to Keep Structure Free from Infestation---Sample Complaint

148

(1)

Failure to Exterminate Structure after Infestation---Sample Complaint

149

(1)

Failure to Take Precautions to Prevent Reinfestation---Sample Complaint

150

(1)

Who is Responsible for the Extermination of Insects and Rodents in a Structure?---Table 3-1

151

(2)

Light, Ventilation, and Occupancy Limits

153

(36)

IPMC 401 General Violations

154

(3)

Occupying Premises in Violation of Light/Ventilation/Occupancy Conditions---Sample Complaint

155

(1)

Allowing Persons to Occupy Premises in Violation of Light/Ventilation/Occupancy Conditions---Sample Complaint

156

(1)

IPMC 402 Light Violations

157

(6)

Light Requirements---Table 4-1

158

(1)

Failure to Provide Light in Habitable Space---Sample Complaint

159

(1)

Failure to Provide Light in Common Hall---Sample Complaint

160

(1)

Failure to Provide Light for Means of Egress---Sample Complaint

161

(1)

Failure to Provide Light---Sample Complaint

162

(1)

IPMC 403 Ventilation Violations

163

(7)

Ventilation Requirements---Table 4-2

164

(1)

Failure to Provide Ventilation in Habitable Space---Sample Complaint

165

(1)

Failure to Provide Ventilation in Bathroom---Sample Complaint

166

(1)

Cooking in a Rooming Unit---Sample Complaint

167

(1)

Failure to Provide Process Ventilation---Sample Complaint

168

(1)

Improper Clothes Dryer Exhaust---Sample Complaint

169

(1)

IPMC 404 Occupancy Limitations Violations

170

(19)

Failure to Provide Private Space---Sample Complaint

172

(1)

Occupancy Limitations: Room Measurements---2003 IPMC---Table 4-2

173

(1)

Occupancy Limitations: Room Measurements---2006 IPMC---Table 4-3

174

(1)

Occupancy Limitations---Access Requirements---Table 4-4

174

(1)

Occupancy Limitations---Sleeping Rules---2003 IPMC---Table 4-5

175

(1)

Occupancy Limitations---Sleeping Rules---2006 IPMC---Table 4-6

176

(1)

Violation of Minimum Room Width Requirements---Sample Complaint

176

(1)

Violation of Minimum Room Ceiling Height Requirements---Sample Complaint

177

(1)

Violation of Requirements for Bedrooms (Square Footage)---2003 IPMC---Sample Complaint

178

(1)

Violation of Requirements for Bedrooms (Square Footage)---2006 IPMC---Sample Complaint

179

(1)

Violation of Requirements for Bedrooms (Number of People)---2003 IPMC---Sample Complaint

180

(1)

Violation of Requirements for Bedrooms (Access)---Sample Complaint

181

(1)

Violation of Requirements for Water Closet---Sample Complaint

182

(1)

Sleeping in a Nonhabitable Space---Sample Complaint

183

(1)

Overcrowding---2003 IPMC---Sample Complaint

184

(1)

Overcrowding---2006 IPMC---Sample Complaint

185

(1)

Overcrowding (Efficiency)---Sample Complaint

186

(1)

Improper Food Preparation Area---Sample Complaint

187

(2)

Plumbing Facilities and Fixture Requirement Violations

189

(36)

IPMC 501 General Violations

190

(4)

Failure to Provide Plumbing Facilities---Sample Complaint

191

(1)

Occupying Premises in Violation of Plumbing Facilities Requirements---Sample Complaint

192

(1)

Allowing Persons to Occupy Premises in Violation of Plumbing Facilities Requirements---Sample Complaint

193

(1)

IPMC 502 Required Facilities Violations

194

(8)

Required Plumbing Facilities---Table 5-1

195

(1)

Failure to Provide Plumbing Facilities in a Dwelling Unit---Sample Complaint

196

(1)

Failure to Provide Plumbing Facilities in a Dwelling Unit---Sample Complaint

197

(1)

Failure to Maintain Plumbing Fixtures in a Dwelling Unit---Sample Complaint

198

(1)

Failure to Provide Plumbing Facilities in a Rooming House---Sample Complaint

199

(1)

Failure to Provide Plumbing Facilities in a Hotel---Sample Complaint

200

(1)

Failure to Provide Drinking Facilities---Sample Complaint

201

(1)

IPMC 503 Toilet Room Violations

202

(5)

Failure to Provide Privacy in a Toilet Room---Sample Complaint

203

(1)

Improper Location of a Toilet Room in a Hotel Unit---Sample Complaint

204

(1)

Improper Location of Employees' Toilet Facility---Sample Complaint

205

(1)

Improper Floor Surface in a Toilet Room---Sample Complaint

206

(1)

IPMC 504 Plumbing System and Fixture Violations

207

(4)

Failure to Maintain Plumbing Fixtures---Sample Complaint

208

(1)

Improper Fixture Clearance---Sample Complaint

209

(1)

Plumbing System Hazard---Sample Complaint

210

(1)

IPMC 505 Water System Violations

211

(8)

Improper Water System Connection---Sample Complaint

212

(1)

Contamination of the Water Supply---Sample Complaint

213

(1)

Improper Vacuum Breaker---Sample Complaint

214

(1)

Improper Water Supply System---Sample Complaint

215

(1)

Improper Water Heating Facility---Sample Complaint

216

(1)

Improper Water Heater Location---Sample Complaint

217

(1)

Improper Water Heater Valve and Pipe---Sample Complaint

218

(1)

IPMC 506 Sanitary Drainage System Violations

219

(3)

Failure to Connect to Sanitary Drainage System---Sample Complaint

220

(1)

Failure to Maintain Sanitary Drainage System---Sample Complaint

221

(1)

IPMC 507 Storm Drainage Violations

222

(3)

Improper Drainage---Sample Complaint

223

(2)

Mechanical and Electrical Violations

225

(36)

IPMC 601 General Violations

226

(4)

Failure to Provide Mechanical Equipment---Sample Complaint

227

(1)

Occupying Premises in Violation of Mechanical Equipment Requirements---Sample Complaint

228

(1)

Allowing Persons to Occupy Premises in Violation of Heating Facilities Requirements---Sample Complaint

229

(1)

IPMC 602 Heating Facilities

230

(5)

Heating Requirements---Table 6-1

231

(1)

Failure to Provide Heating Facilities---Sample Complaint

232

(1)

Failure to Provide Proper Heating Facilities in a Residence---Sample Complaint

233

(1)

Failure to Provide Proper Heat Supply in a Residence---Sample Complaint

234

(1)

Failure to Provide Proper Heat Supply in an Occupiable Work Space---Sample Complaint

235

(1)

Room Temperature Measurement---Illustration 6-1

235

(8)

IPMC 603 Mechanical Equipment Violations

236

(1)

Failure to Maintain Proper Mechanical Appliance---Sample Complaint

237

(1)

Failure to Remove Combustion Products---Sample Complaint

238

(1)

Failure to Provide Required Clearance---Sample Complaint

239

(1)

Failure to Maintain Safety Controls---Sample Complaint

240

(1)

Failure to Provide Combustion Air---Sample Complaint

241

(1)

Installing an Improper Energy Conservation Device---Sample Complaint

242

(1)

IPMC 604 Electrical Facilities Violations

243

(4)

Failure to Provide Electrical System---Sample Complaint

244

(1)

Failure to Provide Proper Electrical Service---Sample Complaint

245

(1)

Failure to Correct Electrical System Hazards---Sample Complaint

246

(1)

IPMC 605 Electrical Equipment Violations

247

(5)

Failure to Properly Install Electrical Wiring---Sample Complaint

248

(1)

Required Electrical Receptacles---Table 6-2

248

(1)

Failure to Have Necessary Electrical Receptacle---Sample Complaint

249

(1)

Failure to Have Luminaire---2006 IPMC---Sample Complaint

250

(1)

Failure to Have Lighting Fixture---2003 IPMC---Sample Complaint

251

(1)

IPMC 606 Elevator, Escalator, and Dumbwaiter Violations

252

(6)

Failure to Maintain Elevator---2006 IPMC---Sample Complaint

253

(1)

Failure to Maintain Elevator---2003 IPMC---Sample Complaint

254

(1)

Failure to Display Certificate of Elevator Inspection---Sample Complaint

255

(1)

Failure to Inspect Elevator---2006 IPMC---Sample Complaint

256

(1)

Failure to Maintain Passenger Elevator---Sample Complaint

257

(1)

IPMC 607 Duct System Violations

258

(3)

Failure to Maintain Duct System---Sample Complaint

259

(2)

Fire Safety Violations

261

(18)

IPMC 701 General Violations

262

(4)

Failure to Maintain Fire Safety Equipment---Sample Complaint

263

(1)

Occupying Premises in Violation of Fire Safety Requirements---Sample Complaint

264

(1)

Allowing Persons to Occupy Premises in Violation of Fire Safety Requirements---Sample Complaint

265

(1)

IPMC 702 Means of Egress Violations

266

(6)

Failure to Provide Proper Means of Egress---Sample Complaint

267

(1)

Obstructed Aisle Width---Sample Complaint

268

(1)

Locked Means of Egress---Sample Complaint

269

(1)

Failure to Maintain Emergency Escape Openings---Sample Complaint

270

(1)

Inoperable Emergency Escape Openings---Sample Complaint

271

(1)

IPMC 703 Fire-Resistance Ratings Violations

272

(4)

Failure to Maintain Fire-Resistance Ratings---Sample Complaint

273

(1)

Failure to Maintain Required Opening Protectives---Sample Complaint

274

(1)

Inoperable Fire Door---Sample Complaint

275

(1)

IPMC 704 Fire Protection System Violations

276

(3)

Failure to Maintain Fire Protection System---Sample Complaint

277

(1)

Required Smoke Alarms---Table 7-1

277

(1)

Failure to Install Smoke Alarm---Sample Complaint

278

(1)

Public Nuisance Violations

279

(18)

In General

281

(2)

Sample Nuisance Ordinance

283

(14)

Notice of Abatement of Public Nuisance---Sample Form

287

(1)

Maintaining a Public Nuisance (Discharge of Sump Pump Water)---Sample Complaint

288

(1)

Maintaining a Public Nuisance (Stagnant Water)---Sample Complaint

289

(1)

Maintaining a Public Nuisance (Vacant Structure)---Sample Complaint

290

(1)

Maintaining a Public Nuisance (Building Unfit for Human Habitation)---Sample Complaint

291

(1)

Maintaining a Public Nuisance (Obstructing a Public Way)---Sample Complaint

292

(1)

Maintaining a Public Nuisance (Dumping Garbage or Refuse)---Sample Complaint

293

(1)

Maintaining a Public Nuisance (Open Storage of Junk)---Sample Complaint

294

(1)

Maintaining a Nuisance (Inoperable Motor Vehicle)---Sample Complaint

295

(1)

Maintaining a Public Nuisance (Infested Tree)---Sample Complaint

296

(1)

Index

297

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Property Inspector's Guide to Codes, Forms, and Complaints, 2006 Edition

Property Inspector's Guide to Codes, Forms, and Complaints, 2006 Edition

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1418016098

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