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INSPECTION REPORT
729 REBER AVE, WATERLOO IA 50701
DETAILS
Inspection Date: 07/16/2020 | Inspection Type: Rental Inspection | Inspection Number: 4120 | Shift: N/A | Station: N/A |
Unit: N/A | Lead Inspector: BARRY STRATTON | Other Inspectors: N/A | Fee: $50.00
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: Bedroom door still has latch lock on door.
Lock needs to be removed. Front screen door still does not have shock on door.
FAIL 105.6 - Required operational
permits
The fire code official is authorized to issue operational permits for the operations set
forth in Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.48.
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Walls built in basement not rated for
ground contact. No permits for walls.
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: Single gang box in basement laundry still
hanging from ceiling. Globes still needed on all lights. Outlets covers still needed on
all outlets. Romex wire and outlets hanging by romex in basement.
FAIL R2 - Unsafe Equipment Was the presence of unsafe equipment noted during the inspection? Equipment may
include boilers, heating equipment, elevator, moving stairways, electrical wiring, and
flammable liquid containers. (IPMC 108.1.2)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Electric issues in basement still not
corrected.
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:
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STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION
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: Gutters/downspouts missing and need
repaired on house.
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: Front stairs to entry door not to code, No
handrail on stairs. Rise/run do not meet code. Screen door no shock on door on
front door. Rear screen door will not latch. Egress path blocked out rear door. Back
door weatherization and missing brick mold on door. All doors interior/exterior need
approved door hardware. Need handrails on stairs to landing at rear door. Windows
on front room need attention. Windows need to close and open. Need to install tub
seal around tub. Need floor molding installed in bathroom. Bath sink still hanging off
wall. Sink needs to be secured to wall. All peeling and abraded paint shall be
corrected. All stairs need handrails to code. All windows need proper glazing. All door
hardware shall be capable of preforming their intended functions.
FAIL R6.A. - Interior Structure-
Unsafe Conditions
Were any unsafe conditions noted during the interior inspection?(IPMC 305.1.1)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Electric issues.
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: Furnace need to be capable of maintaining
68 degrees.
FAIL R6.C. - Mechanical Eqiupment Are mechanical appliances properly installed and maintained in good working
condition? (IPMC 603.1)
Inspector: BARRY STRATTON - Comments: Refrigerator still not repaired. Leveling feet
still not repaired and refrigerator leaks. Stove still not repaired. Stove is missing
burners and oven handle. Exhaust fan still not replaced in bathroom. Sump pump
needs to drain to the exterior of the house. Sump can not drain to sanitary basement
drain.
GENERAL NOTES
BARRY STRATTON - 07/16/2020 @ 11:53 9-7-6 A(3): Deficiencies have not been corrected since initial inspection.
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REINSPECTION DATE
08/13/2020
CONTACT SIGNATURE
Mark Preglar
Signed on: 07/16/2020 @ 11:53
INSPECTOR SIGNATURE
BARRY STRATTON
Signed on: 07/16/2020 @ 11:54
QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR INSPECTION?
BARRY STRATTON
barry.stratton@waterloo-ia.org
(319) 231-9147
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