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491 #2812 Complaints & Inspections Q� NATYRE OF;COMPLAINT: k4 I �" V OIL tkE`�a &a l 4705 � Ve � Tga r Ln o et d - - hl(s 0tenhal . mold fu- how Date of I{lepectlon: C a 13 I I INSPECTOR'S REPORT: �E c�‘ c,� \ cov.�, � %0 c tv vysdo(-e c-0 L sn,n r wlv, Uter& ° e , � cc, , • ActAction Taken: �.:��, � PC(-t10(1 1 Name of Oo n��antt _ Address: ro ` .y a 66C d r ��o�O-J 0), as -7 r) NATL}REOF,CO/MPLAINT: rI /' k� \IKI 0A -0 ^-,2 cGA I CGn 1 e1 c Cf Looation: Owner: Address: Taken by MOSSh - 2 2 orwaualsetamuse INt7ECTO Spout w/ 3t•Tn,_ -?/ / c - Sf.y., saps pf-c,(�k,. k ; .11(a„ Action Taken: PORT; 'g? io :S0 L4r/ Date: ,C49 5E40 ;t/ua 6E0 - or v6 O O r'7 R®r Name of Complainant: �Q ru. on 7. rta Mazrrrtz- Atldress: l-fs k Z ,CoL �i- &AODa n_o_t.L� C oc. -Ilk z6 Q� �lt'1 NATURE OF COMPLAINT: RT4 Rio Qiti Gy,Y F.T rr>cj 4,1.1 r LE$ r/e •c LF_ ST ixncaL Tc iEPA SO-7- c_e--f ��OY M.Sy NCo C-E5 rF Location: Owner: Address; Taken by: y INSPECTOR'S REPORT: C > aeC P s ( ce. , ei-U ;c ,ca. /1. 12st .17 1-3/1z — a4' ✓,ti/s.fi'u� S a6..Fe/ Action Taken: px0 ' i I FRS 1zg/ve.t_ RE,Nye£c7g7 z/T TCC .share,) �J BOARD OF HEALTH] CITY HALL COMPLAINT RECORD Date: gig,/, Time: 9.`7-c.;ehw GEO: Type: HoUSIN Name of Complainant Cry.A.F S t kt-s€c Address: LAS` 7 z9z2— 51 73.c,oc, ,eowt\ Tel: M4a8c-cJ r-cc L 6.4-1-.... 540- TW Jp-ice,.,,:z.I, NATURE OF COMPLAINT: 116-A ,.,:.F estL, ..:-Th - i tro lw �ws �y�itz s ptm-e2t-� :t .�-.ki LtA54 Kc'c . 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BOARD OF HEALTH MEMBERS DONNA C.SALLOOM,CHAIR SUZANNE SMITH,M.D. JOANNE LEVIN,M.D. STAFF Benjamin Wood,MPH Director of Public Health cia Abbott,R.N.,Public Health Nurse Edmund Smith,Health Inspector Daniel Wasiuk,Health Inspector Heather McBride,Clerk CITY OF NORTHAMPTON MASSACHUSETTS 01060 OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF HEALTH NOTICE OF COMPLIANCE adowbrook Property Management is Danielle Kelley Bridge Road, 'ence MA 01062 212 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON,MA 01060 COMPLIANCE WITH ORDERS ar Danielle Kelley, 1/23/2012, an initial Housing Inspection was made at the property located at 491 Bridge Road it# 2812, owned or operated by you. Violations were observed and an enforcement letter with rection orders was mailed to you on 1/23/2012. inal re-inspection was conducted on 2/23/2012. violations noted in the 1/23/2012 enforcement letter were found to be corrected and therefore, ase note that you have complied with all of the correction orders issued in the inspection report. is letter was signed under the pains and penalties of perjury. If you have any questions regarding s matter, please contact me at my office. acerely, /� /-/�aJ Imund Smith, Hea pector, Northampton Health Department ER TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS OF CHAPTER II OF THE STATE SANITARY CODE "MINIMUM VDARDS FOR HUMAN HABITATION" AT: 491 BRIDGE ROAD BLDG. #28, APT. #12 \DOWBROOK) IOARD OF HEALTH MEMBERS iNNA C.SALLOOM,CHAIR SUZANNE SMITH,M.D. JOANNE LEVIN,M.D. STAFF Benjamin Wood,MPH Director of Public Health tbbott,R.N.,Public Health Nurse iel Wasiuk,Health Inspector fund Smith,Health Inspector Heather McBride,Clerk CITY OF NORTHAMPTON MASSACHUSETTS 01060 OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF HEALTH 212 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON,MA 01060 This is an important legal document. It may affect your rights You may obtain a translation of this form at: 212 Main St, Northampton Ma Isto a urn documento legal muito importante que podera afectar os seus direitos. Podem adquirir uma tradgao deste documento de: 212 Main St, Northampton Ma Le suivante est un important document legal. 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Mozesz uzyskac tlumaczenie teo dokumentu w ofisie: 212 Main St, Northampton Ma NORTHAMPTON BOARD OF HEALTH City Hall, 212 Main Sheet Northampton, MA 01060 Tel it (413) 587- 1214 eth ,tam y / fal Lie- '� / A . o 6 w IOARD OF HEALTH MEMBERS NNA C.SALLOOM,CHAIR SUZANNE SMITH,M.D. JOANNE LEVIN,M.D. STAFF Benjamin Wood,MPH Wester of Public Health tbbott,R.N.,Public Health Nurse el Wasiuk,Health Inspector and Smith,Health Inspector Heather McBride,Clerk CITY OF NORTHAMPTON MASSACHUSETTS 01060 OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF HEALTH 212 MAIN STREET NORTHAMPTON,MA 01060 1/23/201P, 401 ithority of Chapter II of the State Sanitary Code, as adopted under Chapter 111, Section 3 and 127A and of the Massachusetts General Laws,the Northampton Board of Health has conducted an inspection of welling named in the attached report, and found it to be in violation of the Minimum Standard of !ss for Human Habitation. A list of the violations is enclosed. are hereby ordered to begin necessary repairs, or contract in writing with a third party within five (5) (of the date on this letter), and to make a good faith effort to substantially correct within thirty (30)days, the date of this letter, all violations recorded on the report. are further ordered to correct any violations followed by an asterix (*)within twenty-four hours of ipt of this notice.These are violations or conditions,which endanger the health, or safety and well-being of ccupant as determined by 105 CMR 410.750 of the Code or the authorized inspector. This may permit the pant to exercise one or more statutory remedies available to them as outlined in the enclosed inspection . A reinspection will be conducted, as indicated, to determine compliance. are entitled to a hearing, provided a written petition is received within seven (7) days. You are also led to be represented by counsel, and have the right to inspect and obtain copies of all relevant reports, rs and notices. Any adverse parties also have the right to appear at the hearing. -y occupant shall give the owner, agent or employees, access, upon reasonable notice, for the purpose of :cling these violations. (CMR.8l0) ure to comply with this order may result in a fine of not less than ten,nor more than five hundred ars; each day constituting a separate violation. It is your responsibility to provide proper workmanship to obtain the appropriate private permits where necessary. it immediate attention will be appreciated. If you have any questions,please contact this office. ;erely, I Wood,MPH ector,Northampton Health Department Inspection Form Northampton Board of Health, 212 Main St., Northampton,MA 01060,413-587-1214 SSC 105 CMR 410.000: Chapter II, Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation 112312011 Time: 9:10 am #Occupants: 3 #Children< 6 Years 2 Type of Violation Use blank boxes for ones not listed Possible Code Section(s) %ssr Meadowbrook Apartment,491 Bridge Road Unit# 2812 Responsible Party City/Town: Northampton pant Name: Giovanna Martinez Phone#413.727.842 v: Name:Meadowbrook Property Management Phone#(413) 584-7590 rr Address:491 Bridge Road, Florence MA 01062 Occupa nt a l'flf\t(j�Qom, ��� lAdxS 9 ailing/Rooming Units in Dwelling: #Stories: 3 Floo evel of Unit: 1(ground) aping Rooms: 2 #Habitable Rooms: 4 Smooth, impervious surfaces Mew- cdm,,nd Smith Title: Health Inspector If violations are observed and checked,describe them fully on Page 3. ea or mint Type of Violation Use blank boxes for ones not listed Possible Code Section(s) ''d Violation Observed Responsible Party Owner Occupa nt hroom Toilet, sink, shower, tub, door 150 Smooth, impervious surfaces 150 Lights, outlets, ventilations 251.280 Floors/walls/ceiling: Shower ceiling: evidence of chronic dampness 504 X X tchen tchen, :ont. Sink, stove, oven; good repair, impervious and smooth space refriq 100 Lights, outlets, ventilation,windows, screens: electric panel relocated but drywall not repaired 251,280, 501, 551 X X Ceiling height 401.402 Floor 504 Floors/Walls 500 rral: 0 Electric 0 Fire 0 Plumbing 0 Building certified under the pains and penalties of perjury. ector Signature: upant or Occupant's Representative Signature: spection Date: 212312012 Time:to be determined 0 This inspection report is signed Written description of any violation(s)checked above Include Area or Element, code citation and a description of the condition(s)that constitute the violation. You may include remedies that would be an acceptable means of achieving compliance with 105 CMR 410.000. NOTE: 'indicates that this housing inspection has revealed conditions which may endanger or materially impair the health, safety, and well-being of any person(s)occupying the premises Area/Element,Code Citation and Description of Violation Acceptable Remedies Bathroom: Shower ceiling: 351:Owner's Installation and Maintenance Responsibilities owner shall install or cause to be installed, in accordance with accepted plumbing, fling and electrical wiring standards, and shall maintain free from leaks, obstructions or defects,the following: (A) all facilities and equipment which the owner is or may be required to provide Repair or replace as necessary. including, but not limited to, all sinks,washbasins, bathtubs, showers,toilets, waterheating facilities, gas pipes, heating equipment,water pipes, owner installed stoves and ovens, catch basins, drains,vents and other similar supplied fixtures; the connections to water, sewer and gas lines;the subsurface sewage disposal system, if any; all electrical fixtures, outlets and wiring, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms, and all heating and ventilating equipment and appurtenances thereto ):Owner's Responsibility to Maintain Structural Elements (A) Every owner shall maintain the foundation,floors,walls, doors,windows, ceilings, roof, staircases, porches, chimneys, and other structural elements of his dwelling so that the dwelling excludes wind, rain and snow, and is rodent- proof,watertight and free from chronic dampness,weathertight, in good repair and in every way fit for the use intended. Further, he shall maintain every structural element free from holes, cracks, loose plaster, or other defect where such holes, cracks, loose plaster or defect renders the area difficult to keep clean or constitutes an accident hazard or an insect or rodent harborage. hower ceiling, recently repaired, is showing recurrent symptoms f a continued slow leak from upstairs unit bathroom (bubbling nd slightly stained plaster, marks of water running down wall bove tile. Kitchen/Dining Room common wall: Electrical Panel: I:Owner's Installation and Maintenance Responsibilities wner shall install or cause to be installed, in accordance with accepted plumbing, ing and electrical wiring standards... A: Definitions... liance means meeting all the requirements of 105 CMR 410.000. It shall also mean ting any violations of 105 CMR 410.000 in a work-personlike fashion and restoring all 7f the dwelling, or unit thereof, to the condition they were in before occurrence of any violations. Compliance shall also mean in those cases where licenses or permits are eel to perform work necessary to correct the violations, such as, but not limited to ng, plumbing and wiring that the appropriate official certifies that the work has been eted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. k on the Electrical Panel, recently reoriented to open from Dining Room of common wall, has not been finished: sheetrock repair has not been completed. Kitchen: GFI Outlets 51:Owner's Installation and Maintenance Responsibilities ... rning on/off bathroom light can trip GFI circuit in kitchen/dining room. Repair as necessary. Repair as necessary. FOLLOWING IS A BRIEF SUMMARY OF SOME OF THE LEGAL REMEDIES TENANTS MAY N ORDER TO GET HOUSING CODE VIOLATIONS CORRECTED. it Withholding (General Laws Chapter 239 Section 8A). le Violations Are Not Being Corrected you may be entitled to hold back your rent payment. You can do 'ithout being evicted if.: )u can prove that your dwelling unit or common areas contain violations which are serious enough to iger or materially impair your health or safety and that your landlord knew about the violations before you behind in your rent. to did not cause the violations and they can be repaired while you continue to live in the building. m are prepared to pay any portion of the rent into court if a judge orders you to pay for it. (for this it is best I the rent money aside in a safe place.) pair and Deduct(General Laws Chapter 111 Section 127L). law sometimes allows you to use your rent money to make the repairs yourself. If your local code cement agency certifies that there are code violations which endanger or materially impair your health, y or well-being and your landlord has received written notice of the violations, you may be able to use this dy. If the owner fails to begin necessary repairs (or enter into a written contract to have them made) within lays after notice or to complete repairs within 14 days after notice you can use up to four months' rent in year to make the repairs. :taliatory Rent Increases or Eviction Prohibited (General Laws Chapter 186, Section 18 and Chapter 239 on 2A). owner may not increase your rent or evict you in retaliation for making a complaint to your local code -cement agency about code violations. If the owner raises your rent or tries to evict within six months after have made the complaint he or she will have to show a good reason for the increase or eviction which is rated to your complaint. You may be able to sue the landlord for damages if he or she tries this. :nt Receivership (General Laws Chapter 111 Sections 127C-H). occupants and/or the board of health may petition the District or Superior Court to allow rent to be paid into t rather than to the owner. The court may then appoint a "receiver" who may spend as much of the rent ey as is needed to correct the violation. The receiver is not subject to a spending limitation of four months' march of Warranty of Habitability. may be entitled to sue your landlord to have all or some of your rent returned if your dwelling unit does net [minimum standards of habitability. nfair and Deceptive Practices(General Laws Chapter 93A) [ing an apartment with code violations is a violation of the consumer protection act and regulations for :h you may sue an owner. I INFORMATION PRESENTED ABOVE IS ONLY A SUMMARY OF THE LAW, BEFORE YOU TIDE TO WITHHOLD YOUR RENT OR TAKE ANY LEGAL ACTION. IT IS ADVISABLE THAT J CONSULT AN ATTORNEY, YOU SHOULD CONTACT THE NEAREST LEGAL SERVICES ICE WHICH IS: Western Mass Legal Services Tel: 413-781-7814 One Monarch Place, Suite 400 I Springfield,MA 01144 Inspection Form Northampton Board of Health, 212 Main St., Northampton, MA 01060,413-587-1214 SSC 105 CMR 410.000: Chapter II, Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation /e:rj I Time: II Occupants:/#Children<6 Years 2..., � O Iress• Mer� 3....1Nrutle Unit# Zri L CityfTown: Northampton :upant Name: CPLO JATIA1* M1}ext rtE Phone# 1727 - g93 Y ter Name: Phone# ter Address: City/Town: Zip Code: xelling/Rooming Units in Dwelling: #Stories: Floor Level of Unit: eeping Rooms: 7_ #Habitable Rooms: r-/- Lector: ', .-, ..SI.ti•.I-r.. Title: 41 rM it-ti I Nrvez. , _._ _. If violations are observed and checked, describe them fully on Page 3. I,rea or :lement Type of Violation Use blank boxes for ones not listed Possible Code Section(s) lif Violation Observed Responsible Party Owner Occupa nt xterior, Yard& Porch Locks 480 Posting, ID, Exit signs/emergency lights 481,483,484 Handrails, steps, doors windows, roof 500,501,503 Rubbish—storage and collection 600,601 Maintenance of Area 602 ommon ,teas& Entry Light, windows 253,254,501 Egress 450,451,452 Handrails 503 Door 501 rior Halls ,Stairs Floors, walls ceilings 500 Hallways, railings stairs 503 Light, windows 253,254.501 droom 1 Location(circle): Front Rear Middle Left Middle Right Floor Level of Unit Ventilation 280 Ceiling height 401,402 Windows, screen 501.551 Wall 500 droom 2 Location (circle): Front Rear Middle Left Middle Right Floor Level of Unit Ventilation 280 Ceiling height 401.402 Windows, screen 501,551 Lthroom .4274146 ;4-,150 Toilet, sink,(snower tub, doorCFilir&-,t/s04. S*¢�- Smooth, impervious surfaces 150 Lights, outlets, ventilations 251.280 Floors/walls 504 :it en Sink, stove, oven; good repair, impervious and smooth, space refrio 100 Lights, outlets, ventilation, windows, screens 251.280,501. 551 _-aigA TLy RePh,At r PevW;4tt F,.« Or w&3 tf4efli& rea or :lement Type of Violation Use blank boxes for ones not listed Possible Code Section(s) ✓if Violation Observed Responsible Party Owner Occupa nt :itchen, cont. Ceiling height 401.402 Floor 504 Floors/VValls 500 ing room d Dining Room Lights, outlets, ventilation 250,280 Ceiling height 401,402 Windows/screens 501,551 Ceiling condition Sink isement Maintenance 500 Watertight 500 Lighting 253 Water Source (circle): Public Private Must be potable 180 Quantity, pressure 180 Responsible for paying MGL ch 186 s 22, metering 354 rt Water Fuel Type(circle): Natural Gas Oil Electric Other Kitchen Temp.: °f Location taken: Quantity, pressure, 110 F min, 130 max 190 Venting 202 'eating Type(circle): Forced Hot Water Forced Hot Air Steam Electric No portable units 200 "Habitable room and every room with toilet, shower, tub" 201 • 68 F7 am to 11 pm,64F 11:01 pm to 6:59 am, except 6/15-9/15 • 78 F max in heating season/measure 5 feet wall,5 feet floor Venting, metering 202,354, 355 ectrical Type(circle): 110 220 Amp: Amperage, temporary wiring, metering 250,255, 54 256, ZcTtC y.JCL the- �L�„—( .P 351 rainage, umbing Type(circle): Public Private Sanitary drainage required and maintained 300,351 oke&CO aectors Required 8 operational 482 Emergency lights Pests Free of pests (rodents, skunks, cockroaches, insects) 550 Structural maintenance and elimination of harborage 550 lestos or d Paint 353,502 tailment 620 :ess 810 er 2 t 5 `tbi-r '74 P SP6tt9 rAlt.9/ i ✓ °rtiE &07- pc r,c,-zr/f/-1 7X i- M-ca eferral: 0 Electric 0 Fire 0 plumbing 0 Building 0 This inspection report is signed ad certified under the pains and penalties of perjury. ispector Signature: ccupant or Occupant's Representative Signature: einspection Date: Time: Written description of any violation(s)checked above Include Area or Element, code citation and a description of the condition(s)that constitute the violation. You may include remedies that would be an acceptable means of achieving compliance with 105 CMR 410.000. NOTE: *indicates that this housing inspection has revealed conditions which may endanger or materially impair the health, safety, and well-being of any person(s) occupying the premises Area/Element, Code Citation and Description of Violation Acceptable Remedies 23,2014 CITY of NORTHAMPTON PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT BOARD OF HEALTH MEMBERS:Donna Salloom, Chair Joanne Levi,,, MD-Suzanne Smith, MPH, MD William Hargraves-Cynthia Suapis, PhD STAFF Merridith O'Leary, RS, Director-Daniel Wasiuk Inspector-Edmund Smi h Inspector-Lisa Steinbock RN, Nurse idowbrook Apartments Preservation Associates Danielle Kirby,Property Manager Bridge Road 'ence,MA 01062 r Property Owner/Manager: Ise consider this a letter o ompliance for a violation notice sent to you by the Northampton Health iartment date /1[2014 for p perry located at 491 Bridge Road, Unit 2922,Northampton, MA. are the owner/manager of record and are therefore responsible for maintaining the property in accordance state and local law. This office will continue to monitor the property to ensure it continues to be cleaned, ntained and does not represent any public health and safety threat. You are mandated to do the same. ink you for your cooperation. =erely, nund Smith Ilth Inspector, City of Northampton emu^%C t7/9J209/ Note: This is an important legal document that might affect your rights. Este es un documento legal importante que podria afectar sus derechos.. 212 Main Street,Northampton,MA 01060 Ph (413)587-1214 Fax(413)587-1221