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Ted Budden To: Tony Lee Subject: 1902 Virginia (Status) Tony, Here is a summary of the status of the building located at 1902 Virginia Ave.as it relates to known Code concerns and Violations. 1. Electrical violations and deficiencies exist within the structure as documented by Electrical Inspector Mike Bearda. These electrical deficiencies are violations of 605.1 of the IPMC and sections of the Electrical Code. A. Exposed NM cable "Romex"was observed in apartment"B" by Inspector Bearda during inspections conducted by Mr. Bearda on 1/15/2016 and 1/25/2016. B. Required access to the electrical panel that serves apartment unit"B"was not allowed during the inspections.This access is a necessary component of the electrical inspection process to determine electrical safety and code compliance. C. Electrical outlets are missing in required locations within apartment"B. D. GFCI protection has not been provided in the apartment as required by code. 2.The owner has stated in an email response that a bar and sink have been removed in Apt"B". Photo and other records of the building clearly show that the east exterior of the building has had alteration work conducted to change the use and appearance of this façade and portion of the building. My research indicates that this activity has occurred without permits and inspection. This work without required permits is a violation of section 105 of the International Codes. 3.The owner also stated in the email response that the gas is turned off in apt unit B and that the "0" clearance gas stove installed in this unit is in need of repair.The gas stove in need of repair is a violation of IPMC section 603.1 4. Deteriorated conditions of the exterior walls and portions of the roof of this building exist.These conditions are violations of section 304.2 and 304.7 of the IPMC. Sincerely Ted Budden Chief Inspector Everett Building Department 425.257 7271 1