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4,Health Agent
CITY OF NORTHAMPTON
MASSACHUSETTS 01060
210 MAIN STREET
01060
(413)566-6950 Ex4213
0 CORRECT VIOLATIONS MINIMUM STANDARDS OFOFITNESS OR HUMAN HABITATION AT:Y
57 Market Street, 1st Floor Rear, Northampton, MA 01060
>TE: December 14, 1994
RDER ADDRESSED TO: 174LaurellHill Road
Westhampton, MA 01027
;OPIES OF REPORT TO. Sandra Market Street, 1st Floor Rear
Northampton, MA 01060
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NORTHAMPTON BOARD OF HEALTH
City Hall, 210 Main Street
Northampton, MA 01060
Tel #: (413) 586- 6950 x217
ton Board of Health has inspected the premises at
°r et Street, Northampton, MA (assessor's map 32A parcel 50 .),
mplt�ith Chapter II of the State Sanitary Code.
otter will certify that the inspections f revealed Bmaterially led olations listed below,
h ,are serious we1l-b well-being of the occupants.
:h, safety,
er and Chapter of Chapter III, Section 127C the Massachusetts se hereby ordered General
to
's, and Chapter II of the State Sanitary violations
ce a good faith effort to correct the following
in SEVEN of the receipt of this order.
VIOLATION
Bathroom tub faucet leaks profusely;
will not shut off at handles.
not
Smoke detector in living room
t' al
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(1) Sidon
(1) Side entry door to the kitchen will
not lock properly; door is not
weathertight.
(2) 2nd prime kitchen entry door will
not lock properly and is not
weathertight. need
of Bathroom doers ill-fitted tiles along
of repair; scrap
the bottom.
(4) Kitchen window with one storm
window cracked; Prime window sash
busted; no locking mechanism;
window notweatherU9ht.
(5) Living room side prime window (to
porch) deteriorated and not
weathertight; sill is loose; one pane is
cracked; window will not lock; no
storm window.
REMEDY
Repair 1 replace faucet in an approved
ma nner.
Repair I replace smoke detector so
that i is
t full o•erational.
(1 &2) Repair 1 rep lace door locking
mechanisms in a manner which will
ng
provide an approved, keyed
device for them. Repair doors in a all gaps
manner which between the doors and off mes.
(3) Repair bathroom door in an
approved manner.
(4) Repair I replace prime window so
that it is weatherti9ht and fully
lockable; replace cracked storm
window pane.
(5) Repair I replace prime window so
that it is weatherbght, and fully
lockable; secure window sill, and
replace cracked window pane.
(6) Living room side prime window
(On opposite side of room) is not
weathertight sincea storm window
pane is missing.
(7) Living room flooring with large
gaps between flooring boards;
flooring finish badly worn.
(8) Front bedroom flooring with large
gaps between boards;flooring finish
badly worn.
(9) Bathroom flooring tiles are
deteriorated between wash
s rea sbasin and
toilet; subflooring t a ed sn.
repair....sinks down when stepped
The following surfaces are either
deteriorated; badly stained, or are
yellowed from aged and lack of
routine maintenance; some surfaces
show damage from water seepage or
are peelinglflaking. doors, and
(a) Kitchen walls, ceiling,re-painting;
a;
cabinets are in need$surfaces.
ceiling with peeling are in
(b) Bathroom walls and ceiling
need of re-painting.
(c) Living room walls and ceiling are
in need of repainting.
(d) Front bedroom walls and ceiling
are in need of re-painting; ceiling
shows staining and peeling paint from
water damage.
(6) Install an approved storm window
pane for this window.
(7 &8) Gaps and worn finish make
cleaning very difficult Repair, an
resurface, or re-cover flooring
approved manner.
(g) Repair subflooring in an approved
manner; replace deteriorated flooring
tiles.
(10) (a-d) Refinish all surfaces
noted in an approved manner which
will render then smooth, clean, and
easily cleanable.
have any questions regarding this abatement order contact the
of Health office.
ruly yours,
d E. Kochan
tary Inspector
hampton Board of Health
inspection report is signed and certified under the pains and penalties
erjury.
2TIFIED MAIL# P Z 343 788 671
Arthur L. Pichette et. al.
D.B.A. Alemjul Associates
174 Laurel Hill Rd.
Westhampton, MA. 01027
December 30, 1994
David E. Kochan
Sanitary Inspector
Northampton Board of Health
City Hall
Main Street
Northampton, MA.
RE: 57 Market Street
Dear Mr. Kochan:
This is in response to your Order to Correct Violations dated December
concerning,
1994, and as a follow-up of our conversation of December 16, ece4
the above-referenced property.
As I indicated to you in our conversation, this is th he second time
be this
isary
tenant has called you to report what apparently
Code a s natiby. e essitycwe hadher
threa threatened eviction I We had in fact handmonths in
delivered and by before your certified
delivered an eviction notice to Ms. Trombley the morning
letter arrived ]. I believe it is also important to note that in both cases Ms.
Trombley chose to file a
exception to was the violation azyou list as#1. We had
problems. The only P latching/locking properly, and had
been made aware of the side em. door apparent paarrent fa eohis act on was also
attempted to rectify the problem. The app
not reported to us.
we understand our obligation to provide safe and sanitary living
Despite what we believe to be the motives for this course of action by Ms.
Trombley, conversation with you on the 16th,
quarters. Consequently, as 1 indicated in my
the began ion of the toes list d in 8problems.# , d #10 all repairs have been with
the completed. the case finishes listed in corrections the caseeo. the the case and ceilings,floors,the stripping ofrni nicotine staininglandnd in be made
the case of tot walls and eeiling
repainting of these surfaces will take place immediately ment of rent.mg the
eviction of Ms. Trombley for non pay
Chairman
S,M.D.
ASHKIN,R.N.
N,Health Agen
CORRECT VIOLATIONS IN MUM STANDARDS OF P FITNESS FOR HUMAN HABITATION AT:Y CODE
57 Market Street, Northampton, Ma 01060
VIE: November 12, 1998
RDER ADDRESSED TO: 174 rthur Laurel Pichette
Westhampton, Ma 01027
OPIES OF REPORT TO: Norma
7 Market Stl2ntl floor,front
Northampton, MA 01060
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NORTHAMPTON BOARD OF HEALTH
City Hall, 210 Main Street
Northampton, MA 01060
Tel#: (413) 587-1214
lorthampton Board of Health has inspected
ed the map premises
parcel 50 .),at
,mpliance with Chapter II of the State Sanitary Code.
letter will certify that the inspections revealed violations listed below,
h are serious enough as to endanger or materially impair the
th, safety, and well-being of the occupants.
ral
ler authority of Chapter III, Section 127 of the Massach
are husett o eneed to
is, and Chapter II of the State Sanitary
nin 24 Hours of the receipt of this order.w� g violations
e
VIOLATION
1) Faulty hot water faucet on the
kitchen sink,difficult to turn on,
flow decreases to nothing after a
minute of use
2) Bathroom sink hot water faucet
cannot
unless shutoff valve under the
sink is closed.
1) Kitchen ceiling light fixture is not
operable
2 Bathroom vent fan does not work
Kitchen ceiling is badly cracked and
buckling above the apartment
entrance door.This section of ceiling
is a threat to fall.
REMEDY
1) &2) Repair/replace faulty faucets
as needed in order to make them
functional.
1) &2) Repair/replace the faulty
kitchen light fixture and the faulty
bathroom vent fan
Repair the ceiling and make it safe.
If you have any questions regarding this abatement order contact the Boar
of Health office.
Ve ul ors, // $
Peter J. McErlain (/✓
Health Agent
This inspection report is signed and certified under the pains and penalties
of perjury.
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Date
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Map: yzs
Parcel: 50
Name of Complainant
Address:
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NATURE OF COMPLAINT:
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Taken by:
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Please contact us if you wish to reinspect the premises and we will make We
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arrangements to notify MS. Trombley and ot ere. the acan reache
date on
the address on your order or at 527-7198 [ lbes
the answering machine if you do not make contact I.
Very truly yours
-Mt
Arthur L. Pichette
Northampton Housing Authority
49 Old South Street y75
Northampton, MA 01060 1:7D`
Rental Assistance D partm entg�` Qu y
(413) 584
124, 2006
.stian Weber
vlarket St. 01060
thampton,MA
Norma Gyebi
tr Landlord, performed an
April 21, 2006 the Northampton Housing Authority (NHA) Northampton as
nual inspection of the apartment located at 57 Market Street,
luired by HUD.
repairs to correct HQS deficiencies. Aou should required
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pairs apartment needs wp observations we thought y
pairs es attached as well a any by May 21, 2006. The enclosed form must be
turned ed repairs must be completed
;turned along with any applicable swill be scheduled.orders. If there are serious
and safety issues,a re mspe ction---
more time is needed to complete the repairs,then the request for an extension
orm must be filled out and submitted before the above deadline date.extension
'lease be advised that failure to complete these repairs or request
will result in abatement of your Housing Assistance Payments (HAP). If you
have any questions please feel free to contact the NHA at the above number.
Thank you,
Northampton Housing Authority
Section 8 Department
Enclosures
105 CMR: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
503: continued
(A) A safe handrail for every stairway that is used or intended for use by the occupant as
required by 780 CMR:Massachusetts State Building Code.
(B) A wall or guardrail on the open side of all stairways no less than 30 inches in height.Any
such guardrail replaced or constructed after August 28, 1997(effective date of Massachusetts
State Building Code, Sixth Edition) shall be not less than 34 inches in height(780 CMR
1022.2.2 and 3603.14.2.1). , belwn
(C) Awall or guardrail at least 36 inches in height,enclosing every
landing,roof or similar place,which is 30 inches or more above
Oe other Use that is
sed or
along opens si ey
the occupants.AnY such w or guardrail occupancies U in Use Group and R-3,
along odor sided Boor areas gust 8, landings in
be less than 42 inches in height(780
replaced or constructed after August
102 and 360114).
(D) Between all required guardrails and open handrails,balusters placed at intervals of no more
than s&inches,or any other ornamental pattern between the guardrail or handrail and floor or
stair such that a sphere six inches in diameter can not pass through the opening.Any balusters or
ornamental work concocted or replaced after August 28,1997 shall have no space greater than
4'h inches and in all use groups other than R-4,shall not he constructed as to provide a ladder
77/ effect(780 CMR 1021 and 3603.14).
4104th 504
The owner shall provide:
/4S ^ (A) On the floor surfaces of every room containing a toilet, shower or bathtub and every
kitchen and pantry,a smooth,noncorrosive,nonabsorbent and w�proof cove in This
kitchen,
n. re' not prohibit the use of carpeting in kitchens and bathrooms,nor
uali5c °°s' repellent backing which will
prodded rh f II S�
:.,epje (1) Carpeting must contain a solid, h it to the floor water wept
e prevent the passage ofusthave through it tote Boor below;and
iut 445$ (2) Wood floorm_ must have a - resistant finish and have no cracks to allow the
accumulation of dirt and food,of Oil Lerbor�ge of insects.
- -(B) a toilet, shower or bathtub up to a height of 48
inc s, smooth walls of o every room containing fcovering.
I' {y. inches.a smraW noncowrosive,nonabsorbent and waterproof
(C) On wall areas above built-in bathtubs having installed shower heads and in shower
((��� Such tawall thegfarme el,watertight ta IT'r tPrd 1p compartments on b height not waterproof than ri feet above the floor level, with a sntw
each otheive, with either the e tub, rece for or shower floor.
each other and with either the tab,receptor
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410.505: Occu es It rbil-
The occupant shall exercise reasonable care in the use of the floors,walls,doors,windows,
ceilings,roof,staircases,porches,chimneys,and other structural elements of the dwelling.
Inse is and Skunks
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all ode occupant, skun of andminsect infestation, shall
and shall the unit free lfrom
all indents, skunks, vide&however,that the owner shall maintain any screen,fence or other
exterminating ele tenor,Pm rodents and skunks from entering the dwelling.
structural element necessary to keep and its
(B) The owner of a dwelling containing two or more dwelling units shall maintain it a
premises free from all rodents, skunks, cockroaches and insect infestation and shall be
responsible for exterminating them.
105 CMR-1629
Landlord & NHA Copy-Landlord Verification of Repairs
TO: Northampton Housing Authority
From:
Date: I F��' .l ri`
0141 rn^ ec�12i012tw P,spri1 DEADLINE TO COMPLETE REPAIRS: May 211 2006 J Um >n
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problem Observation
A I artment
Date 57 Market Street •✓FA General Health and Safety: Missing carbon monoxide detector
4/24/06 Norm
Northampton • FAIL-Kitchen-Ceiling Condition: Ceiling by front door is falling
down
• FAIL-Ki then-Floor Condition: Missing non-absorbent floor
coverin_ (State Sanitary Code#410.504)
•✓FAIL-Ki chen-Sink: Waste pipe block on the left-half of sink;Piping
beneath ink is leaking(tenant collecting water in container)
• FAIL-Ba hroom-Floor Condition: Missing non-absorbent floor
coverin± (State Sanitary Code#410.504)
•vFAIL-Be. oom-Electrical Hazards: Electric outlet(to left of
fire.lac: is .rotrudin_ from the wall
I have made all the repairs, as required by the recent Sectio a 8 Inspection on the above listed apartment,
and the unit is ready for a re-inspection. i
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I attest that this is a true statement.
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HOUSING QUALITY STANDARDS
Landlord Extension Request
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ENTION: SECTION S DEPARTMENT
(4r1T& &veb&
!, � , Section 8 Landlord, request an
mntil "-Juan t? 211 L—SW �j to correct the Housing Quality
Jeficiencies cited during a recent inspection conducted on my rental property located at
Vcir ' ,'f 7c i.. 2 / 044744^' %�, i . This extension
vsideration is submitted due to the following reasons:
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.equest an extension of time to complete repairs, please submit a copy of this form to:
Northampton Housing Authority
Section S Department
49 Old South Street, Suite 1
Northampton,MA 01060
Fax: 413-582-1350
This form needs to received before the expiration of the repair deadline date.
NHA USE ONLY
lest Received:
Request: n Approved ❑ Denied ❑ More Information Needed
ed,New Deadline Date: Staff Initials
Section 8 HOUSING QUALITY STANDARDS (HQS) Requirements
IME STANDARDS FOR REPAIRS
ll repairs, that are not emergency repair items (SEE ITEMS BELOW),must be made within 30 days of the
fled inspection date. Owners will be notified in writing with a listing of all items in need of repair. The
orthampton Housing Authority (NHA) may grant an extension of time to complete repairs,if the owner
brats his/her request in writing. If repairs are not completed within 30 days and an extension has not been
ven/requested,abatement of the Housing Assistance Payment(HAP) will commence the day after the repair
adline date expires.
4ERGENCY REPAIR ITEMS 24 HOUR DEADLINE FOR REPAIRS
e following items are considered an emergency and must be corrected by the owner or tenant(whomever is
ponsible) within 24 hours of notice by the Sections Department.
• Lack of security for the runt
• Waterlogged ceiling in imminent danger of falling
• Major plumbing leaks or flooding
• Natural gas leaks or fumes
• Electrical problems which could result in shock or fire
• Heat not in compliance with 105 CMR 410.201 of the State Sanitary Code
• Utilities not in service
• No Running hot water in violation of 105 CMR 410.190
• Broken glass which could result in injury
• Obstacle which prevents tenant's entrance or exit
• Lack of functioning toilet
• Inoperable smoke detectors
emergency repair item(s) are not corrected within 24 hours or permission to extend the deadline has not
granted by the NHA, owner Y and the owner s responsible, the HAP will be abated and the HAP contract will be
Hated.
emergency repair item(s)are not corrected within 24 hours or permission to extend the deadline has not
panted by the NHA,and the tenant is responsible, then assistance to the family will be terminated as
s the HAP contract.
'EMENI
irs are not corrected after 30 days,or if a unit fails to pass a reinspection, then abatement of the HAP will
=nce the day after the repair deadline or the day after the failed reinspection The NHA will inspect
units within 10 days (at least 7 days notice must be given to tenant) of the owner's notification that the
as been completed. Payment will resume on the day the unit passes a reinspection. No retroactive
nts will be made to the owner for the period of time the rent was abated and the unit did not comply
QS. The tenant is not responsible for the NHA's portion of rent that is withheld.
NATION OF HAP CONTRACT
weer is responsible for repairs,and fails to correct all the HQS deficiencies within 1 tdaays, the owner
sent a HAP Contract Proposed Termination Notice. Until the effective date of the termination,the
art will remain in effect If repairs are completed and the unit passes a reinspection before the effective
lion date, the termination will rescind and the HAP will be reinstated.