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HomeMy WebLinkAboutGBM PROPERTY MGMT, LLC - 1511 W, 5TH STREET Waterloo Fire Rescue �ptER,k Inspection Report 425 E.3rd Street 1511 West 5th Street-610 Vermont ST,BLDG 610 Vermont St/1511 West 5th Street, Waterloo IA 50702-2928 INSPECTION DETAILS Inspection Date . . i y;' Inspection Number 06122/2026 20151PMC Rental Inspection .(9���,..�rD 4 00. 22962 Lead Inspector Station Unit Randy Girsch N/A NIA NIA Other Inspectors NIA SUMMARY OF INSPECTION 00 ® 57 Passed codes Failed codes NEXT STEPS Please direct questions about your Inspection to: Reinspection Date Randy Girsch 0712212026 randy.girsch@waterloo-ia.org GENERAL NOTES Randy Girsch-0612312026 @ 09:41 06-22-2026 Randy M.Girsch.On Monday June 22nd at around 9 to 930am I went to 610 Vermont Street/1511 West 5th Street in reference to an inspection of the rental unit.I waited for over 20 minutes for the owner or the owners representative to arrive.No body ever arrived to let me conduct the inspections.A$100.00 no show fee will be applied to this unit.I have set the new inspection date for 07-22-2026 between 9 and 10 am.I would expect the owner to be present and will need access to all areas of the rental. SIGNATURES Contact signature Inspector signature No signature Contact refused-owner refused to show Beth Ann Shafer-GBM Property Management Date: Randy Girsch 06123/2026 CHECKLISTS GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 1 OF 14 2015 IPMC Unsafe Structures and Equipment Status Code Desctiptioxa Fail 2015 IPMC 108.1.1-Unsafe structures Unsafe structures.An unsafe structure is one that is found to be dangerous to the life,health,property or safety of the public or the occupants of the structure by not providing minimum safeguards to protect or warn occupants in the event of fire,or because such structure contains unsafe equipment or is so damaged,decayed,dilapidated, structurally unsafe or of such faulty construction or unstable foundation,that partial or complete collapse is possible. Fail 2015 IPMC 108.1.2-Unsafe equipment Unsafe equipment includes any boiler,heating equipment, elevator,moving stairway,electrical wiring or device, flammable liquid containers or other equipment on the premises or within the structure which is in such disrepair or condition that such equipment is a hazard to life,health, property or safety of the public or occupants of the premises or structure. Fail 2015 IPMC 108.1.3-Structure unfit for human occupancy A structure is unfit for human occupancy whenever the code official finds that such structure is unsafe,unlawful or, because of the degree to which the structure is in disrepair or lacks maintenance,is insanitary,vermin or rat infested, contains filth and contamination,or lacks ventilation, illumination,sanitary or heating facilities or other essential equipment required by this code,or because the location of the structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants of the structure or to the public. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 2 OF 14 2015 IPMC Exterior Property Sracas Description Fail 2015 IPMC 302.5-Rodent harborage Structures and exterior property shall be kept free from rodent harborage and infestation.Where rodents are found, they shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes that will not be injurious to human health.After pest elimination,proper precautions shall be taken to eliminate rodent harborage and prevent reinfestation. Fail 2015 IPMC 304.11-Chimneys and towers Chimneys,cooling towers,smoke stacks,and similar appurtenances shall be maintained structurally safe and sound,and in good repair.Exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment. Fail 2015 IPMC 304.13-Window,skylight and door frames Every window,skylight,door and frame shall be kept in sound condition,good repair and weather tight. Fail 2015 IPMC 304.13.2-Openable windows Every window,other than a fixed window,shall be easily openable and capable of being held in position by window hardware Fail 2015 IPMC 304.15-Doors Exterior doors,door assemblies,operator systems if provided,and hardware shall be maintained in good condition.Locks at all entrances to dwelling units and sleeping units shall tightly secure the door.Locks on means of egress doors shall be in accordance with Section 702.3. Fail 2015 IPMC 30416-Basement hatchways Every basement hatchway shall be maintained to prevent the entrance of rodents,rain and surface drainage water. Fail 2015 IPMC 304.18-Building security UDoors,windows or hatchways for dwelling units,room units or housekeeping units shall be provided with devices designed to provide security for the occupants and property within. Fail 2015 IPMC 30418.2-Windows Operable windows located in whole or in part within 6 feet (1828 mm)above ground level or a walking surface below that provide access to a dwelling unit,rooming unit or housekeeping unit that is rented,leased or let shall be equipped with a window sash locking device. Fail 2015 IPMC 304.5-Foundation walls Foundation walls shall be maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks and shall be kept in such condition so as to prevent the entry of rodents and other pests. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PN 3 OF 14 Fail 2015 IPMC 304.7-Roofs and drainage The roof and flashing shall be sound,tight and not have defects that admit rain.Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure.Roof drains,gutters and downspouts shall be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions. Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance. Fail 2015 IPMC 307.1-General-Handrails&Guards Every exterior and interior flight of stairs having more than four risers shall have a handrail on one side of the stair and every open portion of a stair,landing,balcony,porch,deck, ramp or other walking surface that is more than 30 inches (762 mm)above the floor or grade below shall have guards. Handrails shall be not less than 30 inches(762 mm)in height or more than 42 inches(1067 mm)in height measured vertically above the nosing of the tread or above the finished floor of the landing or walking surfaces.Guards shall be not less than 30 inches(762 mm)in height above the floor of the landing,balcony,porch,deck,or ramp or other walking surface. Fail 506.1-Where required. Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes,the fire code official is authorized to require a key box to be installed in an approved location.The key box shall be of an approved type listed in accordance with UL 1037,and shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the fire code official. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 4 OF 14 2015 IPMC Egress Components Saras Code Description Fail 2015 IPMC 304.15-Doors Exterior doors,door assemblies,operator systems if provided,and hardware shall be maintained in good condition.Locks at all entrances to dwelling units and sleeping units shall tightly secure the door.Locks on means of egress doors shall be in accordance with Section 702.3. Fail 2015 IPMC 305.4-Stairs and walking surfaces Ox Every stair,ramp,landing,balcony,porch,deck or other walking surface shall be maintained in sound condition and good repair. Fail 2015 IPMC 305.5-Handrails and guards 0 Every handrail and guard shall be firmly fastened and capable of supporting normally imposed loads and shall be maintained in good condition Fail 2015 IPMC 307.1-General-Handrails&Guards Every exterior and interior flight of stairs having more than four risers shall have a handrail on one side of the stair and every open portion of a stair,landing,balcony,porch,deck, ramp or other walking surface that is more than 30 inches (762 mm)above the floor or grade below shall have guards. Handrails shall be not less than 30 inches(762 mm)in height or more than 42 inches(1067 mm)in height measured vertically above the nosing of the tread or above the finished floor of the landing or walking surfaces.Guards shall be not less than 30 inches(762 mm)in height above the floor of the landing,balcony,porch,deck,or ramp or other walking surface. Fail 2015 IPMC 702.4-Emergency escape openings ORequired emergency escape 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 permitted 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 escape and rescue opening. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 5 OF 14 Fail 2021 IBC 1031.2-Emergency Escape and Rescue Where Required:In addition to the means of egress required by this chapter,emergency escape and rescue openings shall be provided in the following occupancies:1.R-2 occupancies located in stories with only one exit or access to only one exit as permitted by Tables 1006.3.4(1)and 1006.3.4(2)2.Group R-3 and R-4 Occupancies.Exceptions:1.Basements with Ceiling heights less than 80"2.Basements or sleeping rooms with an exit or exit or exit access door that opens directly to public way 3.Basements with no habital spaces and less than 200 Square feet 4.Storm Shelters 5.Within individual dwelling and sleeping units in groups R-2 and R-3,where the building is equipped with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1,903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3,sleeping rooms in basements shall not be required to have emergency and rescue openings provide the basement has one of the following:5.1 one means of egress and one emergency escape and rescue opening.5.2 Two means of egress. Fail 705.2.4-Door operation. Swinging fire doors shall close from the full-open position and latch automatically. 2015 IPMC Interior Property Description Fail 2015 IPMC 305.3-Interior surfaces Interior surfaces,including windows and doors,shall be maintained in good,clean and sanitary condition.Peeling, chipping,flaking or abraded paint shall be repaired,removed or covered.Cracked or loose plaster,decayed wood and other defective surface conditions shall be corrected. Fail 2015 IPMC 305.4-Stairs and walking surfaces Every stair,ramp,landing,balcony,porch,deck or other walking surface shall be maintained in sound condition and good repair. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 6 OF 14 2015 IPMC Rubbish&Garbage S:atus Code Description Fail 2015 IPMC 308.1-Accumulation of rubbish or garbage Exterior property and premises,and the interior of every structure,shall be free from any accumulation of rubbish or garbage. Fail 2015 IPMC 308.2-Disposal of rubbish Every occupant of a structure shall dispose of all rubbish in a clean and sanitary manner by placing such rubbish in approved containers. Fail 2015 IPMC 308.2.1-Rubbish storage facilities The owner of every occupied premises shall supply approved covered containers for rubbish,and the owner of the premises shall be responsible for the removal of rubbish. Fail 2015 IPMC 308.2.2-Refrigerators Refrigerators and similar equipment not in operation shall not be discarded,abandoned or stored on premises without first removing the doors. Fail 2015 IPMC 308.3-Disposal of garbage Every occupant of a structure shall dispose of garbage in a clean and sanitary manner by placing such garbage in an approved garbage disposal facility or approved garbage containers. Fail 2015 IPMC 308.3.1-Garbage facilities The owner of every dwelling shall supply one of the following: an approved mechanical food waste grinder in each dwelling unit;an approved incinerator unit in the structure available to the occupants in each dwelling unit;or an approved leakproof,covered,outside garbage container. Fail 2015 IPMC 308.3.2-Containers The operator of every establishment producing garbage shall provide,and at all times cause to be utilized,approved leakproof containers provided with close-fitting covers for the storage of such materials until removed from the premises for disposal. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 7 OF 14 2015 IPMC Pest Elimination Status Code Description Fail 2015 IPMC 309.1-Infestation OStructures shall be kept free from insect and rodent infestation.Structures in which insects or rodents are found shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes that will not be injurious to human health.After pest elimination, proper precautions shall be taken to prevent reinfestation. Fail 2015 IPMC 309.2-Owner The owner of any structure shall be responsible for pest elimination within the structure prior to renting or leasing the structure. Fail 2015 IPMC 309.3-Single occupant The occupant of a one-family dwelling or of a single-tenant nonresidential structure shall be responsible for pest elimination on the premises. Fail 2015 IPMC 309.4-Multiple occupancy The owner of a structure containing two or more dwelling units,a multiple occupancy,a rooming house or a nonresidential structure shall be responsible for pest elimination in the public or shared areas of the structure and exterior property.If infestation is caused by failure of an occupant to prevent such infestation in the area occupied,the occupant and owner shall be responsible for pest elimination. Fail 2015 IPMC 309.5-Occupant The occupant of any structure shall be responsible for the continued rodent and pest-free condition of the structure. Exception:Where the infestations are caused by defects in the structure,the owner shall be responsible for pest elimination. 2015 IPMC Ventilation = Code Description Fail 2015 IPMC 403.1-Habitable spaces Every habitable space shall have not less than one openable window.The total openable area of the window in every room shall be equal to not less than 45 percent of the minimum glazed area required in Section 402.1 Exception:Where rooms and spaces without openings to the outdoors are ventilated through an adjoining room,the unobstructed opening to the adjoining room shall be not less than 8 percent of the floor area of the interior room or space,but not less than 25 square feet(2.33 m2).The ventilation openings to the outdoors shall be based on a total floor area being ventilated. Fail 2015 IPMC 403.2-Bathrooms and toilet rooms Every bathroom and toilet room shall comply with the ventilation requirements for habitable spaces as required by Section 403.1,except that a window shall not be required in such spaces equipped with a mechanical ventilation system. Air exhausted by a mechanical ventilation system from a bathroom or toilet room shall discharge to the outdoors and shall not be recirculated. GENERATED ON 6/23/28, 12:13 PM 8 OF 14 2015 IPMC Water System Description Fail 2015 IPMC 504.1-General-Plumbing Facilities and Fixture Requirements Plumbing fixtures shall be properly installed and maintained in working order,and shall be kept free from obstructions, leaks and defects and be capable of performing the function for which such plumbing fixtures are designed.Plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in a safe,sanitary and functional condition Fail 2015 IPMC 505.1-General-Water System Every sink,lavatory,bathtub or shower,drinking fountain, water closet or other plumbing fixture shall be properly connected to either a public water system or to an approved private water system.Kitchen sinks,lavatories,laundry facilities,bathtubs and showers shall be supplied with hot or tempered and cold running water in accordance with the International Plumbing code Fail 2015 IPMC 505.4-Water heating facilities Water heating facilities shall be properly installed,maintained and capable of providing an adequate amount of water to be drawn at every required sink,lavatory,bathtub,shower and laundry facility at a minimum temperature of 110°F(43°C).A gas-burning water heater shall not be located in any bathroom,toilet room,bedroom or other occupied room normally kept closed,unless adequate combustion air is provided.An approved combination temperature and pressure-relief valve and relief valve discharge pipe shall be properly installed and maintained on water heaters 2015 IPMC Mechanical . corm Description Fail 2015 IPMC 603.1-Mechanical appliances Mechanical appliances,fireplaces,solid fuel-burning appliances,cooking appliances and water heating appliances shall be properly installed and maintained in a safe working condition,and shall be capable of performing the intended function. Fail 2015 IPMC 603.2-Removal of combustion products Fuel-burning equipment and appliances shall be connected to an approved chimney or vent.Exception:Fuel-burning equipment and appliances that are labeled for unvented operation. Fail 315.3.3-Equipment rooms. Combustible material shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms,electrical equipment rooms or in fire command centers as specified in Section 508.1.5. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 9 OF 14 2015 IPMC Electrical Sra-cis Code Description Fail 2015 IPMC 605.2-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 ground fault circuit interrupter.Every bathroom shall contain not less than one receptacle.Any new bathroom receptacle outlet shall have ground fault circuit interrupter protection.All receptacle outlets shall have the appropriate faceplate cover for the location. Fail 2015 IPMC 605.3-Luminaires Every public hall,interior stairway,toilet room,kitchen, bathroom,laundry room,boiler room and furnace room shall contain not less than one electric luminaire.Pool and spa luminaires over 15 V shall have ground fault circuit interrupter protection. Fail 2015 IPMC 605.4-Wiring Flexible cords shall not be used for permanent wiring,or for running through doors,windows,or cabinets,or concealed within walls,floors,or ceilings Fail 603.2-Abatement of unsafe conditions and 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 Conditions that constitute an electrical shock or fire hazard shall be abated not be used. Fail 603.5-Relocatable power taps and current taps.Multiplug adapters. Multiplug adapters,such as cube adapters,unfused plug strips or any other device not complying with NFPA 70 shall be prohibited.The construction and use of current taps and relocatable taps shall be in accordance with NFPA 70 and this code. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 10 OF 14 2015 IPMC Fire Protection Code Description Fail 2015 IPMC 703.1-Fire-resistance-rated assemblies The required fire-resistance rating of fire-resistance-rated walls,fire stops,shaft enclosures,partitions and floors shall be maintained. Fail 2015 IPMC 703.2-Opening protectives Required opening protectives shall be maintained in an operative condition.Fire and smokestop doors shall be maintained in operable condition.Fire doors and smoke barrier doors shall not be blocked or obstructed or otherwise made inoperable. Fail 2015 IPMC 704.1-FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS-General Systems,devices and equipment to detect a fire,actuate an alarm,or suppress or control a fire or any combination thereof shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times in accordance with the International Fire Code. Fail 2015 IPMC 704.2.1.2-Groups R-2,R-3,R-4 and I-1 Single or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed and maintained in Groups R-2,R-3,R-4 and I-1 regardless of occupant load at all of the following locations:1.On the ceiling or wall outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms.2.In each room used for sleeping purposes.3.In each story within a dwelling unit, including basements but not including crawl spaces and uninhabitable attics.In dwellings or dwelling units with split levels and without an intervening door between the adjacent levels,a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is less than one full story below the upper level Fail 2021 IRC R 314.1.1-Smoke Alarms:Listings Smoke alarms shall be listed in accordance with UL 217. Combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms shall be listed in accordance with 217 and UL 2034 Fail 2021 IRC R315.3-Carbon Monoxide Detection:Location Carbon monoxide alarms in dwelling units shall be installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.Where a fuel-burning appliance is located within bedroom or its attached bathroom,a carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed within the bedroom. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 11 OF 14 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.Exceptions:1.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.In Group E occupancies,portable fire extinguishers shall be required only in locations specified in Items 2 through 6 where each classroom is provided with a portable fire extinguisher having a minimum rating of 2-A:20-B:C.3.In storage areas of Group S occupancies where forklift,powered industrial truck or powered cart operators are the primary occupants,fixed extinguishers,as specified in NFPA 10,shall not be required where in accordance with all of the following:3.1.Use of vehicle-mounted extinguishers shall be approved by the fire code official.3.2.Each vehicle shall be equipped with a 10- pound,40A:80B:C extinguisher affixed to the vehicle using a mounting bracket approved by the extinguisher manufacturer or the fire code official for vehicular use.3.3.Not less than two spare extinguishers of equal or greater rating shall be available on-site to replace a discharged extinguisher.3.4. Vehicle operators shall be trained in the proper operation,use and inspection of extinguishers.3.5.Inspections of vehicle- mounted extinguishers shall be performed daily.2.Within 30 feet(9144 mm)distance of travel from commercial cooking equipment and from domestic cooking equipment in Group I- 1;1-2,Condition 1;and R-2 college dormitory occupancies. 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 3316.1.5.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.Exception: Portable fire extinguishers are not required at normally unmanned Group U occupancy buildings or structures where a portable fire extinguisher suitable to the hazard of the location is provided on the vehicle of visiting personnel. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 12 OF 14 • Fail Iowa Code 661-201.15(7)-Smoke Alarm Power Supplies Power supplies shall be sufficient to operate the smoke detector alarm for at least four continuous minutes. Additionally:a.In new buildings and additions constructed after July 1,1991,required smoke alarms will receive their primary power from the building wiring when such wiring is served from a commercial source.Wiring will be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than that required for overcurrent protection.Smoke alarms may be solely battery-powered when installed in existing buildings;in buildings without commercial power;or in buildings presently undergoing alterations,repairs,or additions subject to 481—Chapter 404.b.New and replacement smoke alarms installed after May 1,1993,that receive their primary power from the building wiring will be equipped with a battery backup.c.New and replacement smoke alarms installed after July 1,2016,that receive their primary power from the building wiring where more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed will be interconnected in such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms.d. After June 30,2021,a battery-powered smoke alarm listed in accordance with UL 217 edition 8 that is newly installed or replaces an existing battery-powered smoke alarm must be powered by a nonremovable,nonreplaceable battery that powers the alarm for at least ten years.The battery requirements of this subrule do not apply to a fire alarm, smoke detector,smoke alarm,or ancillary component that is electronically connected as a part of a centrally monitored or supervised alarm system or that uses a low-power,radio frequency wireless communication signal. GENERATED ON 6/23/26, 12:13 PM 13 OF 14 0 Statement of Fees FEE Invoice Date Inspection Fee Date Paid Amount Paid NIA $100.00 Invoice Number Check Number Transaction Number NIA NIA NIA GENERATED ON 6/23/28, 12:13 PM 14 OF 14 OF WA 7. INVOICE DATE DUE DATE INVOICE# TOTAL DUE k t < 07/01/2026 08/05/2026 2027-00000011 $100.00 ..iaiq... l O • •II ■mm� III • T— T O Customer#: 22500 Please Make Check Payable and Remit To: City of Waterloo ATTN: City Clerk/Accounts Receivable GBM PROPERTY MGMT LLC 715 Mulberry St PO BOX 654 WATERLOO, IA 50703 CEDAR FALLS, IA 50613 Amount Enclosed: DETACH AND RETURN TOP PORTION WITH YOUR PAYMENT KEEP THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS RENTAL PROP INSPECTION - 1511 W. 5TH ST- 06/22/2026 FOR BILLING INQUIRY: (319)291-4323 Description Total Price NO SHOW INSPECTION FEE $100.00 CUSTOMER# BILLING DATE DUE DATE INVOICE# CHARGES 22500 07/01/2026 08/05/2026 2027-00000011 $100.00 Less Prepayment $0.00 Total Due--> ; $100.00 City of Waterloo Failure to pay in full debts listed herein within ninety days of the due date will result in an additional twenty-five percent late fee applied to any outstanding balance. The delinquent account will be forwarded to Municipal Collections of America for further collection efforts. Debts shall also be subject to collection through the Iowa Department of Administrative Services Offset Program if not paid in full within ninety days.