HomeMy WebLinkAbout1935 Upton Ave_04082020WATERLOO FIRE RESCUE
INSPECTION REPORT
1935 UPTON AVE, WATERLOO IA 50701
DETAILS
Inspection Date: 04/08/2020 | Inspection Type: Rental Inspection | Inspection Number: 4203 | Shift: N/A | Station: N/A |
Unit: N/A | Lead Inspector: BARRY STRATTON | Other Inspectors: N/A
STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION
FAIL 1010.1.9 - Door operations Except as specifically permitted by this section, egress doors shall be readily
openable from the egress side without the use of a key or special knowledge or
effort.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Door to garage.
FAIL 1031.7 - Emergency escape
and rescue openings
Required emergency escape and rescue openings shall be maintained in accordance
with the code in effect at the time of construction, and the following: Required
emergency escape and rescue openings shall be operational from the inside of the
room without the use of keys or tools. Bars, grilles, grates or similar devices are
allowed to be placed over emergency escape and rescue openings provided the
minimum net clear opening size complies with the code that was in effect at the time
of construction and such devices shall be releasable or removable from the inside
without the use of a key, tool or force greater than that which is required for normal
operation of the emergency escape and rescue opening.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Rooms used for bedrooms in lower level do
not meet the egress requirement. Windows do not meet egress for rooms to be used
as bedrooms.
FAIL 605.1 - Abatement of
electrical hazards
Identified electrical hazards shall be abated. Identified hazardous electrical conditions
in permanent wiring shall be brought to the attention of the responsible code official.
Electrical wiring, devices, appliances and other equipment that is modified or
damaged and constitutes an electrical shock or fire hazard shall not be used.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: All lights require globes on all fixtures.
Electric outlet in basement by garage door not attached to wall. Need switch cover in
laundry room.
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STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION
FAIL 906.1 - Where required Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed in all of the following locations: 1. In new
and existing Group A, B, E, F, H, I, M, R-1, R-2, R-4 and S occupancies. Exception: In
Group R-2 occupancies, portable fire extinguishers shall be required only in locations
specified in Items 2 through 6 where each dwelling unit is provided with a portable
fire extinguisher having a minimum rating of 1-A: 10-B: C. 2. Within 30 feet (9144 mm)
of commercial cooking equipment. 3. In areas where flammable or combustible
liquids are stored, used or dispensed. 4. On each floor of structures under
construction, except Group R-3 occupancies, in accordance with Section 3315.1. 5.
Where required by the sections indicated in Table 906.1. 6. Special-hazard areas,
including but not limited to laboratories, computer rooms and generator rooms,
where required by the fire code official.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Need updated fire extinguisher in unit.
FAIL 907.2.11 - Single- and
multiple-station smoke
alarms
Listed single- and multiple- station smoke alarms complying with UL 217 shall be
installed in accordance with Sections 907.2.11.1 through 907.2.11.6 and NFPA 72.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Smoke detectors needed in each bedroom,
outside of the bedrooms, and in the basement.
FAIL 915.4 - Carbon monoxide
alarms
Carbon monoxide alarms shall comply with Sections 915.4.1 through 915.4.3.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: CO detectors are needed in vicinity of any
bedroom.
FAIL R4 - Exterior Property Areas Is the exterior property area maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition? This
includes grading and drainage, sidewalks and driveways, weeds, and pest
infestations. (IPMC 302)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Driveway
FAIL R5 - Exterior Structure Is the exterior of the structure maintained in good repair, structurally sound and
sanitary state? (IPMC 304)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Broken windows need repaired/replaced.
FAIL R6 - Interior Structure Has the interior of the structure and equipment inside been maintained in good
repair, structurally sound, and in a sanitary condition? (IPMC 305)
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STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Basement bathroom not functional. Ceiling
is just a sheet stapled to ceiling. Material is not fire rated material. All broken
windows need replaced. Door jamb to basement door is broken and needs replaced.
Interior bedroom doors & closet doors need replaced that are broken. All doors,
jambs, and hardware shall be maintained in good contrition and capable of
preforming their intended function. Kitchen cabinets need repaired. Drawers, drawer
fronts, and doors need replaced. Ceiling in basement has broken tiles that need
replaced.
FAIL R6.A. - Interior Structure-
Unsafe Conditions
Were any unsafe conditions noted during the interior inspection?(IPMC 305.1.1)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Egress paths.
FAIL R6.B. - Residential Heating Are dwellings provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a room
temperature of 68F? (IPMC 602.2)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Thermostat hanging from wall.
FAIL R6.C. - Mechanical Eqiupment Are mechanical appliances properly installed and maintained in good working
condition? (IPMC 603.1)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Upstairs bathroom needs an exhaust fain
in bathroom that exhausts to the exterior. Drip leg on water heater is leaking water
on basement floor. Stove needs replaced. Drawer front on stove missing.
GENERAL NOTES
BARRY STRATTON - 04/08/2020 @ 11:12 IPMC 304.12: Handrails & guards are needed on stairs from garage to basement.
REINSPECTION DATE
05/07/2020
CONTACT SIGNATURE
JPMM LLC
Signed on: 04/08/2020 @ 11:12
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INSPECTOR SIGNATURE
BARRY STRATTON
Signed on: 04/08/2020 @ 11:12
QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR INSPECTION?
BARRY STRATTON
barry.stratton@waterloo-ia.org
(319) 231-9147
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