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INSPECTION REPORT
323 MADISON ST, WATERLOO IA 50703
DETAILS
Inspection Date: 10/01/2019 | Inspection Type: Rental Inspection | Inspection Number: 3344 | Shift: N/A | Station: N/A |
Unit: N/A | Lead Inspector: BARRY STRATTON | Other Inspectors: N/A
STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION
FAIL 1018.1 - General Aisles and aisle accessways serving as a portion of the exit access in the means of
egress system shall comply with the requirements of this section. Aisles or aisle
accessways shall be provided from all occupied portions of the exit access that
contain seats, tables, furnishings, displays and similar fixtures or equipment. The
minimum width or required capacity of aisles shall be unobstructed. Exception:
Encroachments complying with Section 1005.7.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments:
FAIL 1103.9 - Carbon monoxide
alarms
Existing Group I-1, I-2, I-4 and R occupancies shall be equipped with carbon monoxide
alarms in accordance with Section 915, except that the carbon monoxide alarms shall
be allowed to be solely battery operated.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: CO detectors are needed in vicinity of the
bedrooms. This shall be done before renting duplex.
FAIL 5808.3.2 - Windows Operable windows in interior walls shall not be permitted. Fixed windows shall be
permitted where in accordance with Section 716 of the International Building Code.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Windows that are nailed shut will need to
be operable before duplex is rented.
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: Outlets covers will need to be in place on all
outlets. Electric panel will need to be checked. All lights will need globes in place. Have
duplex inspected before renting.
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STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION
FAIL 605.5 - Extension cords Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be a substitute for permanent wiring.
Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be affixed to structures, extended
through walls, ceilings or floors, or under doors or floor coverings, nor shall such
cords be subject to environmental damage or physical impact. Extension cords shall
be used only with portable appliances.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments:
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 are needed in each
bedroom and outside of the bedrooms. Smoke detector is also needed in basement.
Have detectors in place and inspected before unit is rented.
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)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Peeling paint will need corrected before
renting duplex.
FAIL R6.C. - Mechanical Eqiupment Are mechanical appliances properly installed and maintained in good working
condition? (IPMC 603.1)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Water heater not installed to code. Draft
hood fall and no discharge tube on water heater. Contact licensed contractor to
make corrections.
FAIL R6.D. - Receptacles Every habitable space in a dwelling shall contain not less than two separate and
remote receptacle outlets. Every laundry area shall contain not less than one
grounding-type receptacle or a receptacle with a GFCI. Every bathroom shall contain
not less than one receptacle. Any new bathroom receptacle shall have GFCI
protection. All receptacles shall have the appropriate faceplate cover. (IPMC 605.2)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: All outlets and switches will need approved
covers.
GENERAL NOTES
BARRY STRATTON - 10/01/2019 @ 10:41 All doors shall have approved hardware adn shall be maintained in good condition.
Locks shall tightly secure the doors. All doors shall secure door tightly in jambs. IPMC
305.6
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GENERAL NOTES
BARRY STRATTON - 10/01/2019 @ 10:43 Electric panel in basement continues ot need fuses replaced. Service overload. Service
in sa structure that constitutes a hazard to the occupants because of inadequate
service shall be corrected to eliminate the hazard. IPMC 604.3
BARRY STRATTON - 10/01/2019 @ 10:45 Water heater is not installed to code. Draft hood flue does not have proper fall. Need
discharge tube on water heater. Plumbing to bath tub not installed to code No hot
water and faucet needs replaced. IPMC 504
BARRY STRATTON - 10/01/2019 @ 10:45 Mice and cockroach infestation needs exterminated. IPMC 309
REINSPECTION DATE
11/05/2019
CONTACT SIGNATURE
Elifonso & Juana Martinez
Signed on: 10/01/2019 @ 10:47
INSPECTOR SIGNATURE
BARRY STRATTON
Signed on: 10/01/2019 @ 10:47
QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR INSPECTION?
BARRY STRATTON
barry.stratton@waterloo-ia.org
(319) 231-9147
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