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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 2002-25n 11 C City Co RESOLUTION NO. 2002-25 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR ADOPTING A NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT (CODE ENFORCEMENT) POLICY WHEREAS, since incorporation in 1989, Code Enforcement duties in the Diamond Bar have varied in scope and intensity; and WHEREAS, to avoid any confusion and to establish the policy of the City il, duties should be reviewed and approved a City policy statement; and WHEREAS, the City desires to adopt a resolution establishing policies for implementation to attain compliance with City ordinances; and WHEREAS, it is the intention of the City Council to ensure that staff impl ments these ordinances in a manner that is uniformly applied fair and reasonable; and WHEREAS, to accomplish Code Enforcement activity, a policy (Exh bit "A") has been developed; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. Exhibit A is hereby adopted as the Neighborhood Impr vement Policy of the City. SECTION 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized to affix his signature to this resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar, and i he City Clerk, or her duly appointed deputy, is directed to attest hereto. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR THIS 2ND DAY OF APRIL, 2002. WEN tHANG, MAY r - 2002-25 I, Lynda Burgess, City Clerk of the City of Diamond, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was passed, approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar held on the 2nd day of April, 2002. AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Herrera, Huff, zirbes, M/Chang NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MPT/O' Connor ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None A ATTEST: - Lyn Burgess, City Clerk City of Diamond Bar 2 200.2--25 EXHIBIT A (Resolution No. 2002-25) CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT (CODE ENFORCEMENT) POLICY To reserve and advance the public health, safety and welfare, and protect pro erty values within the City through enforcement of the Municipal Code. Respond to complaints and make inspections of private property for violations of the Municipal Code. Continue property -by -property inspections in residential, commercial, industrial and other areas within the City for compliance with applicable ordinances. • Conduct inspections of residential properties for proper maintenance and zoning compliance. • Coordinate and participate in processing any actions for abatement of structures deemed dangerous by Building and Safety Division staff. • Continue enforcement of all other provisions of the Municipal Code. Conduct citywide patrol to proactively detect code violations including poor landscaping conditions and debris, improper use of property, sign violations, and construction without required building permits. Conduct annual inspections of conditions of approval for discretionary permits issued by the City (i.e., Conditional Use Permits, Variances, etc.) All complaints shall be investigated within two (2) working days and any complainants wishing to receive a response shall be notified within this time frame. Promptly refer complaints of alleged violations outside the jurisdiction of the City to the appropriate governmental agency for compliance. Maintain regular contact with the complainant except in cases where the complainant specifically requests that he/she not be contacted. The following are the established priorities for code compliance by the Neighborhood Improvement Officers: 2002--25 Resolution No. 2002-2-5' (Exhibit A) Neighborhood Improvement Policy April 2, 2002 Page 2 1. Abatement of conditions presenting a significant risk to public health, safety and welfare; 2. Investigation of complaints and service requests received from the public; 3. Patrol -generated cases as a result of pro -active activity; 4. Areas of special enforcement: a. Improper placement of trash receptacles. b. Inoperative vehicles. C. Poor landscaping conditions and debris. d. Damaged or deteriorated structures. e. Vacant and abandoned properties. f. Improper signage. g. Construction without permits. h. Improper uses of property. i. Discretionary permit enforcement. Violations of any sections of the Diamond Bar Municipal Code shall be dealt with fairly and consistently. Citations shall only be issued in serious cases where no action is made or progress is so slow as to cause an inordinate amount of time to obtain resolution. Adequate time must be given for the violation to be corrected. While progress continues, the property owner or tenant shall be allowed reasonable time to attain full, voluntary compliance. In general, the following timeline for Code compliance shall be maintained: • Upon observation of a Code violation, the City shall issue a Courtesy Notice of Violation. Timeline for corrections shall be at the discretion of the Neighborhood Improvement Officer or designated employee or agent of the City. • Upon observation of a Code violation, the City may issue a citation to attain compliance, as circumstances may warrant. • The City may issue a second notice, if progress is noted. • If Code violation continues to exist, the City shall issue a final written warning. • Following the City's final written warning, if the Code violation continues to exist, the City shall refer the violation to the City Prosecutor's office (Los Angeles County District Attorney) to commence legal action. 2002-25 I_J Re olution No. 2002-25, (Exhibit A) Neighborhood Improvement Policy Apr 12, 2002 Pace 3 Conduct observations and investigations from public property or from private property with the specific advance permission of the property owner, tenant or occupant, or their agent or representative. Complaints regarding a health matter, not visible from public -right-of-way, shall be referred to the Los Angeles County Health Department. Daily logs shall be maintained and may be reviewed as part of the public record. Confidentiality of the complaining party shall be maintained in all cases. No complainant shall be revealed to the public including individual members of the City Council All anonymous complaints shall be accepted and acted upon. It is the policy of the City Council to seek voluntary compliance from persons who violate the provisions of the Diamond Bar Municipal Code. 2002-25 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR COMMUNITY AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT 21825 E. COPLEY DRIVE DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 (909)396-5676 COURTESY j NOTICE TO CORRECT`VIOLATION LOCATION DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA A NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT OFFICER INSPECTED. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED ABOVE AND OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION(S) OF THE DIAMOND BAR MUNICIPAL CODE: ❑ Improper time and date of placement of trash containers [DBMC § 8.16.1001 ❑ Storage of abandoned or inoperative vehicles [DBMC § 10.20.0101 ❑ Encroachment within public streets or sidewalks [DBMC § 12.04.140] ❑ Construction without proper permits [DBMC § 15.00.301 ] ❑ Storage of debristmaterialsltrash cans in public view [DBMC § 22.34.030 (a)(1)] ❑ Parking of vehicle on unpaved surface [DBMC § 22.34.030 (b)] ❑ Damage or deterioration of structure [DBMC § 22.34.030 (c)] ❑ Poor landscaping conditions [DBMC § 22.34.030(d)) ❑ Unsafe and non -permitted fences or walls [DBMC § 22.34.030(e)] ❑ Improper display of temporary banners [DBMC § 22.36.0401 ❑ Non -permitted signs [DBMC § 22.36.0801 ❑ Improper use of property (DBMC § 22.42.010) ❑ Other: A Neighborhood Improvement Officer will visit the property in _ days to ensure compliance with our community standards. Please correct the listed violation(s) by or a citation and a $100 fine shall be issued. If you have any questions regarding this notice, or would like to schedule an appointment to meet with a Neighborhood Improvement Officer to discuss the City Code or other concerns in your neighborhood, please do not hesitate to contact Officer at (909) 396-5676. Thank you for your assistance in maintaining Diamond Bar as a beautiful and safe place to live, work, and play. Date: Signed: Neighborhood Improvement Officer Copies to: CM OF DIAMOND i ' Neigltborliood Improvement Program Diamond Bar's reputation as a community of attractive and well-maintained neighborhoods is based substantially on the high standards contained in the Diamond Bar Municipal Code. These standards are set by the community. A team approach or partnership between the City and its residents and businesses will make them a reality. Only through compliance with the coinmunity standards, can we preserve property values and ensure that Diamond Bar remains a desirable place to live, work, and play. Neighborhood Improvement Officers work proactively and respond to citizen's requests to review properties in the community. As part of the City's continuing program, Neighborhood Improvement Officers have visited your neighborhood. Please correct the listed violation(s) by the requested date. If you have any questions regarding this notice please contact the identified officer. Al Flores, Neighborhood Improvement Officer (909) 396-5676, extension 251 al.flores@ci.diamond-bar.ca.us Ruben Soriano, Neighborhood Improvement Officer (909) 396-5676, extension 264 ruben.soriano@ci.diamond-bar.ca.us City of Diamond Bar Info To Go Line (909) 612-4636 (909) 861-3117 FAX 2002--25 1 = .. _ :,r°oc�am Q CCD o OSn m xy 0 a O C S d COQ <= Pm am CD o =? m m an ZO0 'n Q< p n m -a C C. ,c, �, a) tp .n G...,0. c c. 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