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13 BROOKS STREET HOUSING LETTER (OCCUPANT) 1-6-2025 r-15.1 3�i". . City of Salem 1 % Health Department ORDER TO CORRECT Date:January 6, 2025 Case# : C3405 Property Location: To: Jessica Wilcox 13 Brooks Street Salem MA 01970 13 Brooks Street Salem MA 01970 In accordance with M.G.L. c. 111, §§ 3 and 127 A, as well as Massachusetts Department of Public Health Regulations 105 CMR 410.000: Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation (State Sanitary Code, Chapter II), an inspection was made of, your property at the above address on 01/02/2025. The attached Inspection Report lists the violations noted during the inspection and include the timeframes in which the violations must be corrected. You are hereby ORDERED to correct these violations within the noted time limit. Failure to comply within the allotted time period may result in a criminal complaint against you. . Violations identified as CDE are Conditions Deemed to Endanger or Impair the Health or Safety of the occupants, which may permit the occupant of the dwelling to exercise one or more of their statutory remedies. You have a right to request a hearing before the Board of Health. This request must be made by you, in writing, and filed within seven days after the day this Order was served. If you request a hearing, all affected parties will be informed of the date, time and place of the hearing and of their right to inspect and copy all records concerning the matter to be heard. The petitioner has the right to be represented at the hearing. Every occupant of a dwelling unit or rooming unit shall give the owner, their agent, or employees, upon reasonable notice, reasonable access, if possible, by appointment, to the dwelling unit or rooming unit for the purpose of making repairs necessary to satisfy this Order. A re-inspection will be conducted to confirm compliance with this Order. Compliance means meeting all the requirements of 105 CMR 410.000. It shall also mean correcting any violations of 105 CMR 410.000 in a workperson like fashion and restoring all parts of the dwelling, or unit thereof, to the condition they were in before occurrence of any such violations. Compliance shall also mean in those cases where licenses or permits are required to perform work necessary to correct the violations, such as, but not limited to building, plumbing and wiring that the appropriate official certifies that the work has been completed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. City of Salem-Board of Health-98 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970 (978) 741-1800 City of Salem 2 V Health Department ORDER TO CORRECT Date:January 6, 2025 Case# : C3405 Property Location: 13 Brooks Street Jessica Wilcox To: Salem MA 01970 13 Brooks Street Salem MA 01970 Any person who shall fail to comply with any order issued pursuant to the provisions of the State Sanitary Code, Chapter II, 105 CMR 410.000 shall upon conviction be fined not less than ten ($10) dollars nor more than five hundred ($500) dollars. Each day's failure to comply with the order may constitute a separate violation. If you have any questions concerning this matter, you may contact this office at 978-538-5654. Sincerely, /I �A/A 1 Je ar y :0-7 D"il �avm Salem Health Department City of Salem-Board of Health - 98 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970- (978) 741-1800 , R-115 -r .�nlwf `$ City of Salem Health Department Inspection Report SSC 105 CMR 410.000: Chapter II, Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation Case#: C3405 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 Case Status: OPEN Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Inspected by: Jeff Barosy Inspection ID: 2E6EE Complaint Date: 01/02/2025 Inspection Type: Complaint - Physical Complainant: Occupant Comprehensive Insp?: Yes Complaint Description Various issues such as mold and cracks in walls. Dwelling Information Complaint Address: 13 Brooks Street Salem MA 01970 Sleeping Rooms: Year Built: Sanitary Drainage: #of Children<6: Water Source: Currently Occupied: Who Pays Water: #of Occupants: Submetering Form on File: Floors: Hot Water Fuel: Stories: Heating Type: Dwelling Units: Who Pays Heat: Room Units: Owners resides on Site: Habitable Rooms: Owner lives in which Unit: Owner Information Occupant Information Other Diane James & Timothy Richmond Jessica Wilcox 225 Jefferson Avenue 13 Brooks Street Salem, MA 01970 Salem, MA 01970 City of Salem-Board of Health-98 Washington Street,Salem, MA 01970 - (978) 741-1800 INSPECTION REPORT 2 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE Basement 410.500(A)(1): CDE Owner's Responsibility to Maintain Building and Structural Elements / Responsible Party: Owner Observations: In one corner of the basement there is evidence of water J� penetration between two walls with discoloration of the floor and sediment buildup 1 in this corner. Find the source of the water and seal it so water no longer enters the basement through these walls. Code Description: (A) Every owner of a residence shall maintain all buildings and structural elements in compliance with accepted standards so they are in good repair and in every way fit for the intended use, including: (1)Protected from wind, _ rain and snow, and are watertight,free from excess moisture or the appearance of mold, and pest resistant 410.235(A)(1): Owner's Installation, Maintenance and Repair Responsibilities / 30 day(s) to correct Responsible Party: Owner Observations: The sink in the basement leaks water from around the base of its faucet when it is turned on. Repair this sink so it no longer leaks water. _r 1 Code Description: The owner shall ensure proper installation, in compliance with accepted standards and shall maintain in operable condition free from leaks, obstructions or other defects, all facilities and equipment which the owner is required to provide, and all owner installed equipment: (A)The facilities and _ equipment the owner is required to provide include, but are not limited to: (1)Sinks - City of Salem-Board of Health-98 Washington Street,Salem, MA 01970- (978) 741-1800 INSPECTION REPORT 3 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE Bathroom 1 410.235(A)(1): Owner's Installation, Maintenance and Repair Responsibilities Responsible Party: Owner Observations: The bathroom sink's faucet is loose and moves when touched. Repair this sink's faucet so it is properly affixed to the sink. . Code Description: The owner shall ensure proper installation, in compliance with _ accepted standards and shall maintain in operable condition free from leaks, obstructions or other defects, all facilities and equipment which the owner is required to provide, and all owner installed equipment: (A)The facilities and equipment the owner is required to provide include, but are not limited to: (1)Sinks 410.500(A)(2): CDE Owner's Responsibility to Maintain Building and Structural Elements / 1 day(s) Responsible Party: Owner Observations: In the bathroom, one of the wood wall panels behind the bathtub is M loose. Repair this wall panel so it is properly affixed to the wall. i Code Description: (A) Every owner of a residence shall maintain all buildings and structural elements in compliance with accepted standards so they are in good repair and in every way fit for the intended use, including: (2) Free from holes, �I cracks, loose plaster, or defects that.renders the area difficult to keep clean, create an injury risk, or provide an entry or harborage for pests. 1 City of Salem-Board of Health-98 Washington Street,Salem, MA 01970- (978) 741-1800 INSPECTION REPORT 4 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE Bedroom 1 410.235(A)(12): Owner's Installation, Maintenance and Repair Responsibilities / 30 day(s) to correct Responsible Party: Owner Observations: In the bedroom farthest from the property's side entrance there is an outlet near the bedroom door with a broken plate. Repair or replace this outlet's plate. Code Description: The owner shall ensure proper installation, in compliance with . accepted standards and shall maintain in operable condition free from leaks, obstructions or other defects, all facilities and equipment which the owner is required to provide, and all owner installed equipment: (A)The facilities and o equipment the owner is required to provide include, but are not limited to: (12) Electrical light fixtures, switches, outlets and wiring Bedroom 3 410. 330(A): CDE Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Alarms / I day(s) to correct Responsible Party: Owner Observations: In the bedroom closest to the property's side entrance, the carbon monoxide detector on the ceiling does not work. Repair or replace this detector. The City of Salem's Fire Department will be notified. Code Description: (A)The owner shall provide, install, and maintain in operable condition smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms in every residence that is required to be equipped with smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms in accordance with M.G.L. c. 148, §§ 26 C-F'/and 780 CMR: Massachusetts State Building Code, 527 CMR 1.00: Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code, and 248 CMR 10.00: Uniform State Plumbing Code and in compliance with accepted standards as defined by 105 CMR 410.010. City of Salem-Board of Health- 98 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970- (978) 7414800 INSPECTION REPORT 5 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE 410.510: Occupant's Responsibility Regarding Building and Structural Elements / Responsible Party: Occupant Observations: In the bedroom closest to the property's side entrance, there is a hole in the wall behind the bedroom door. The occupant admitted to the inspector it was made by occupants of the dwelling unit. The occupant is ordered to repair this hole. Code Description:.Every occupant of a residence shall exercise reasonable care in the use of all building and structural elements of the residence. Exterior 410.500(A)(2): CDE Owner's Responsibility to Maintain Building and Structural Elements / 1 day(s) Responsible Party: . Owner Observations: On one side of the property's exterior, there is a crack running down the foundation. Repair the foundation wall so this crack no longer exists. Code Description:.(A) Every owner of a residence shall maintain all buildings and structural elements in compliance with accepted standards so they are in good repair and in every way fit for the intended use, including: (2) Free from holes, 1 cracks, loose plaster, or defects that renders the area difficult to keep clean, create an injury risk, or provide an entry or harborage for pests. j ■',, , City of Salem-Board of Health- 98 Washington Street,Salem, MA 01970- (978) 7414800 INSPECTION REPORT 6 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE 410.500(A)(2): CDE Owner's Responsibility to Maintain Building and Structural Elements / 1 day(s) Responsible Party: Owner Observations: Beneath the property's front entrance, on the exterior,the white metal siding has come loose. There is also a gap in the brick work around one 1 corner of the siding where it meets the exterior pale yellow siding. Repair the white siding and seal the gap in brick work. Code Description: (A) Every owner of a residence shall maintain all buildings and r i structural elements in compliance with accepted standards so they are in good repair and in every way fit for the intended use, including: (2)Free from holes, - cracks, loose plaster, or defects that renders the area difficult to keep clean, create _ an injury risk, or provide an entry or harborage for pests. Kitchen 410.100(A)(1): Kitchen Facilities / 30 day(s) to correct Responsible Party: Owner Observations: One of the kitchen drawers has broken into two. Repair this drawer to it is intact and works as,designed. Code Description:A)For dwelling units and shared kitchen facilities,the owner - shall provide and maintain, in compliance with the manufacturer's intended use, the following facilities suitable to store, prepare and serve foods in a sanitary manner: (1)Cabinets, pantry or shelving. City of Salem-Board of Health- 98 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970- (978) 741-1800 INSPECTION REPORT 7 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE No Violations Noted / day(s) to correct Responsible Party: Observations: The occupant informed the inspector that the cupboards near the floor in the kitchen have gaps beneath them that allow access to the space under the cupboard floors.While this is not a violation, the inspector suggests closing these gaps off to prevent the passage of pests. Code Description: No Violations Noted — Living Room 410.540(A)(4): Installation of Screens / 30 day(s) to correct Responsible Party: Owner - Observations: In the living room,the window to the far right has a torn screen. Repair the screen so it is no longer torn. Code Description: (A)The owner shall provide and install screens for exterior openable windows so that: (4)They are tight fitting and prevent the entrance of pests. City of Salem-Board of Health- 98 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970- (978) 741-1800 INSPECTION REPORT s Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE 410.550(A)(1): Elimination of Pests / 30 day(s) to correct Responsible Party: Occupant Observations: Mice droppings found in one corner of the living room. Since the property is a single family home,the occupant is responsible for the extermination , of mice in the property.Exterminate mice on the property. ! Code Description: Owners and occupants are responsible for the control and elimination of pests as follows: (A) Residences containing one dwelling unit: (1) The occupant shall maintain the unit free from all pest infestation and shall be responsible for pest elimination. Side Area 410.500(A)(2): CDE Owner's Responsibility to Maintain Building and Structural Elements 1 1 day(s) Responsible Party: Owner Observations: The side area next to the kitchen has a portion of its wall, beneath a window, with a crack in it. Repair the wall and seal the crack. Code Description: (A) Every owner of a residence shall maintain all buildings and structural elements in compliance with accepted standards so they are in good repair and in every way fit for the intended use, including: (2) Free from holes, cracks, loose plaster, or defects that renders the area difficult to keep clean, create an injury risk, or provide an entry or harborage for pests. City of Salem-Board of Health- 98 Washington Street,Salem, MA 01970- (978) 741-1800 INSPECTION REPORT 9 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE Check List IN= In Compliance OU =Out of Compliance NA= Not Applicable NO= Not Observed 1 Adequate and safe supply of potable water sufficient in quantity and pressure - 2 Sinks,showers,and bathtubs connected to hot and cold water 3 Hot water supplied in sufficient quantity and pressure 4 Prohibited space heaters in use 5 Space heaters and water heaters properly vented 6 Electricity,gas,plumbing,heating systems properly installed and maintained Ot_IT 7 All electrical facilities for supply and illumination provided 8 Toilet,sink,shower and/or bathtub provided 9 Sewage disposal system provided and maintained 10 Kitchen sink sufficient in size and capacity 11 Cooktop/Oven,Refrigerator/Freezer sufficient in size and maitained - 12 Adequate means of egress provided and maintained IN 13 Locks provided and maintained �14 Refuse stored and disposed properly 15 Land and residence maintained in a safe and sanitary manner 16 Lead-based paint present 17 Building and Structural components maintained in a safe condition - 18 Asbestos containing material properly maintained N/O City of Salem-Board of Health- 98 Washington Street,Salem, MA 01970- (978) 741-1800 INSPECTION REPORT 10 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE Check List IN= In Compliance ^'1T= Out of Compliance NA= Not Applicable NO= Not Observed 19 Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide alarms properly installed and maintained 20 Handrails and guard systems properly installed and maintained 21 Residence free from pests City of Salem-Board of Health- 98 Washington Street,Salem, MA 01970- (978) 741-1800 INSPECTION REPORT 11 Inspection Date: 1/2/2025 13 Brooks Street Inspection Time: 9:41 AM Salem, MA 01970 Inspection ID: 2E6EE This property is a single family home. Signatures Inspector Other This inspection report is signed and certified under the pains and penalty of perjury City of Salem-Board of Health- 98 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970- (978) 7414800