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Home My WebLink About1754 LOCKE AVE ll" WATERLOO FIRE RESCUE _ , INSPECTION REPORT 1754 LOCKE AVE,WATERLOO IA 50702 -4<1` DETAILS , Inspection Date:12/16/2021 1 Inspection Type: Rental Inspection 1 Inspection Number:6973 Shift: N/A I tation: N/A I Unit: N/A I Lead Inspector:BARRY STRATTON j Other Inspectors: N/A 6-0 / , STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION FAIL 605.1 -Abatement of Identified electrical hazards shall be abated. Identified hazardous electrical conditions electrical hazards 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 outlets need approved covers. 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: FAIL 907.2.11 -Single-and Listed single-and multiple-station smoke alarms complying with UL 217 shall be multiple-station smoke installed in accordance with Sections 907.2.11.1 through 907.2.11.6 and NFPA 72. alarms Inspector:BARRY STRATTON-Comments: FAIL 915.1 -General Carbon monoxide detection shall be installed in new buildings in accordance with Sections 915.1.1 through 915.6.Carbon monoxide detection shall be installed in existing buildings in accordance with Section 1103.9. Inspector:BARRY STRATTON-Comments: Printed on 12/16/2021 C5 10:26 Page 1 of 4 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION 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: Debris in yard.Volunteer trees growing up from foundation. 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:Siding falling off house.Siding laying on ground. Front deck and stairs need removed and replaced. Deck and stairs are unsafe in current condition. Need handrail on stairs. No permit for new deck being constructed on front of 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:Bath sink, kitchen sink,tub surround,walls around shower have water damage and damaged drywall needs removed and replaced. Basement windows broken,bathroom doors is not attached to jamb. Living room ceiling is falling. Back door does not fit reasonably in jamb. 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: Need furnace filter changed.Thermostat is falling off wall. FAIL R6.C.-Mechanical Eqiupment Are mechanical appliances properly installed and maintained in good working condition?(IPMC 603.1) Inspector: BARRY STRATTON-Comments:Stove needs leveled up in kitchen. GENERAL NOTES BARRY STRATTON-12/16/2021 @ 10:23 NO permits taken out for new deck on front of house. BARRY STRATTON-12/16/2021 @ 10:24 504.1 General. 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. Bath sink not mounted to wall and kitchen sink is leaking and not in good condition. Sink surface is not maintained and tenant not capable of cleaning surface. Printed on 12%16/2021 10:26 Page 2 of 4 GENERAL NOTES BARRY STRATTON-12/16/2021 @ 10:24 504.3 Plumbing system hazards.Where it is found that a plumbing system in a structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure by reason of inadequate service, inadequate venting, cross connection, backsiphonage, improper installation,deterioration or damage or for similar reasons,the code official shall require the defects to be corrected to eliminate the hazard. BARRY STRATTON-12/16/2021 @ 10:24 304.18 Building security. Doors,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. BARRY STRATTON-12/16/2021 @ 10:24 304.12 Handrails and guards. Every handrail and guard shall be firmly fastened and capable of supporting normally imposed loads and shall be maintained in good condition. BARRY STRATTON-12/16/2021 @ 10:24 304.10 Stairways,decks,porches and balconies. Every exterior stairway,deck, porch and balcony,and all appurtenances attached thereto,shall be maintained structurally sound,in good repair,with proper anchorage and capable of supporting the imposed loads. Deck boards rotten,stairs treads missing and boards rotten,no handrails, structure of deck is rotten and all needs removed and replaced. BARRY STRATTON-12/16/2021 @ 10:25 304.15 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. BARRY STRATTON-12/16/2021 @ 10:25 304.13 Window,skylight and door frames. Every window,skylight,door and frame shall be kept in sound condition,good repair and weather tight. BARRY STRATTON-12/16/2021 @ 10:25 304.1 General.The exterior of a structure shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the public health, safety or welfare. REINSPECTION DATE 01/14/2022 CONTACT SIGNATURE EPM IOWA E.A4_ Signed on:12/16/2021 @ 10:25 P.-rote[on 12/16/2021 g 10:26 Page 3 of 4 INSPECTOR SIGNATURE BARRY STRATTON Signed on:12/16/2021 @ 10:26 QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR INSPECTION? BARRY STRATTON barry.stratton@waterloo-ia.org (319)231-9147 Printed on 12/15/2021 10:26 Page 4 of 4