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4 f/ CONCLUSIONS OF LAW Jurisdiction: Pursuant to Chapter 120 EMC or any Everett Municipal Code (EMC) provisions that identify Chapter 1.20 EMC for enforcement, the Violations Hearing Examiner of the City of Everett has jurisdictional authority to hold this hearing and to issue the decision. EMC §1.20.020 Applicable Law: 1. IPMC 108.1.4 Unlawful Structure, which reads: An unlawful structure is one found in whole or in part to be occupied by more persons than permitted under this code, or was erected, altered or occupied contrary to law. 2. IPMC 106.1 Unlawful Acts, which reads: It shall be unlawful for a person, firm or corporation to be in conflict with or in violation of any provisions of this code. 3. IPMC 504.1 General,which reads: All 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. All plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in a safe, sanitary and functional condition. 4. IPMC 604.3.2 Abatement of Electrical Hazards Associated with Fire Exposure, which reads: The provisions of this section shall govern the repair and replacement of electrical systems and equipment that have been exposed to fire. Conclusions of Law Based on Above Findings: 1. Fire damaged electrical and plumbing systems in a residential structure renders the structure as unlawful as defined by IPMC 108.1.4 and is a violation of IPMC 106.1. The Respondent violated said City ordinance. 2. The plumbing system in the residential structure on the property damaged by fire constitutes a hazard to the occupants and is a violation of IPMC 504.1. The Respondent violated said City ordinance. 3. The re-energizing of the electrical system in the residential structure on the property was damaged by fire is a violation of IPMC 604.3.2. The Respondent violated said City ordinance.