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Case No. CL-2024-001905 In the Matter of 1702 E Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Austin, Texas 78702 Before the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Austin, Texas State of Texas County of Travis ORDER OF THE BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN, TEXAS On March 27, 2024, under the authority of Chapters 54 and 214 of the Texas Local Government Code, the Building and Standards Commission (“the Commission”) of the City of Austin, Texas, considered 1702 E Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (“the Property”) and took action as described below. A. ORDER The Commission orders the following: I I II II I pgs 2024036431 1. The Commission ORDERS that the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for this property be adopted; 2. The Commission ORDERS that the owner complete the following within forty-five (45) days from the date the Order is mailed: a. obtain and finalize all necessary permits; b. demolish all portions of the residential structures, including any accessory structures, and remove as debris, leaving the lot clean and raked; and c. Request inspection from the City of Austin Development Services Department to verify compliance with 2(a) and 2(b) above. 3. The Commission ORDERS on the forty-sixth (46th) day if compliance is not achieved: a. b. the Code Official is authorized to proceed with demolition and to consider all portions of the residential structures, including any items in and around the structures, as debris, and dispose of as such; and the property owner shall be on notice that the Code Official is authorized to assess all expenses incurred against the property unless excepted by the Texas Constitution. A lien for those expenses may be filed by the City of Austin and recorded with Travis County Deed Records. Interest shall accrue at a rate of 10 percent per year from the date of the assessment until paid in full. VALIDITY OF ORDER NOT AFFECTED BY TRANSFER: When a Commission order has been filed in the deed records, the Commission order is valid even if the property is sold or otherwise transferred. A person who acquires an interest in the property after a Commission order is recorded is subject to the requirements of the Commission order. B. FINDINGS OF FACT The Commission makes the following findings of fact: II. III. PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION The property which is the subject of this proceeding is located at 1702 E Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Austin, Texas. The property is legally described as LOT 2 BLK 3 OLT 45 DIV B HOFHEINZ RESUB. OWNER IDENTIFICATION By copy of the Travis Central Appraisal District records, Gooden Real Estate Mgmt LLC is the title owner. INSPECTION INFORMATION On November 21, 2023, the premises was inspected by Code Inspector Michael Lamer for the City of Austin and violations were found. On December 18, 2023, Code Inspector Michael Lamer conducted a follow-up inspection at this location and found that the cited deficiencies had not been corrected. On March 14, 2024, Code Inspector Michael Lamer inspected the property and found that the violations persist. IV. NOTICES OF VIOLATION The Austin Code Department of the City of Austin provided notice to the following individuals/entities: Gooden Real Estate Management LLC (Owner) Mail sent certified 7017 3040 0000 2433 7722 on November 21, 2023. Mail sent regular on November 2 1, 2023. Returned unclaimed on December 28, 2023. Posted on property on January 9, 2024. Gooden Real Estate Management LLC % Milton Gooden (Registered Agent) Mail sent certified 7017 3040 0000 2433 7739 on November 21, 2023. Mail sent regular on November 21, 2023. Returned unclaimed on December 22, 2023. Posted on property on January 9, 2024. V. APPEAL INFORMATION FOR THE NOTICES OF VIOLATION No appeal was received by the Code Official’s designee to the Commission related to the Notices of Violation described in Subsection B. IV. (Notices of Violation). VI. NOTICES OF HEARING The City of Austin provided the following notification of hearing by posting on the premises on March 14, 2024, and by publication in the Austin American Statesman on March 17, 2024. Additionally, notice of hearing was sent to: Gooden Real Estate Management LLC do Metcalfe Wolff Stuart & Williams LLP (Owner) Mail sent certified 7018 1830 0000 7740 7502 on March 13, 2024. Mail sent regular on March 13, 2024. Gooden Real Estate Management, LLC c/o Milton Gooden (Registered Agent) Mail sent certified 7018 1830 0000 7740 6185 on March 13, 2024. Mail sent regular on March 13, 2024. VII. VIOLATIONS The following condition(s) of the premises violate the identified subsections of the International Property Maintenance Code, adopted by reference in Sections 25-12-211 through 25-12-213 of the Austin City Code. These noted violations create a public nuisance with substandard conditions at the property. Accessory Structures (*302.7): All accessory structures, including detached garages, fences and walls, shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair. Remedy: Fix the wooden fence that is falling down and in disrepair. Protective Treatment (*304.2): All exterior surfaces, including but not limited to, doors, door and window frames, cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks and fences, shall be maintained in good condition. Remedy: All houses shall be weatherproofed with exterior paint or sealant. Structural Members (*304.4): All structural members shall be maintained free from deterioration and shall be capable of safely supporting the imposed dead and live loads. Remedy: The green house in the back has a support beam by the front door that is rotted at the base and needs to be replaced. Foundation Walls (*304.5): All foundation walls shall be maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks and shall be kept in such condition so as to p1-event the entry of rodents and other pests. Remedy: Fix all cracks and breaks in the foundation walls that is allowing cats and rodents inside the structure. Exterior Walls (*304.6): All exterior walls shall be free from holes, breaks, and loose or rotting materials; and maintained weatherproof and properly surface coated where required to prevent deterioration. Remedy: Fix and repair all holes and rotted boards at the base and exterior of the house. Roofs and Drainage (*304.7): The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight and not have defects that admit rain. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance. Remedy: Repair the flashing around the roof line of both houses. Remove the falling tree that is resting on the roof of the first house located near the street on E. MLK Jr Blvd. Accumulation of rubbish or garbage (*308.1): All exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any accumulation of rubbish or garbage. Remedy: Pick up and remove all rubbish and garbage that has accumulated in the front and back of the property. VIII. PERMITS SECURED No Permits have been secured for this property. N SIGNED: C. CONCLUSIONS OF LAW The Commission makes the following conclusions of law: The Commission concludes that the property described above does not comply with the Austin City Code. The Commission concludes that the City of Austin served notice for the Commission’s March 27, 2024 hearing as described above and in accordance with applicable laws and ordinances. The Commission concludes that because substandard conditions described above exist at the property, that this property is a public nuisance with substandard conditions. Sadé Ogunbode, Chair Building and Standards Commission Date SWOJN and SUBSCRIBED before me this 3rc day of April, 2024. otary Public in and for the State of Texas Return to: City of Austin DSD - Code Compliance / CRED P.O. Box 1088 Austin, Texas 78767 - 1088 ATTN: Melanie Alley, BSC Coordinator JAMES R CANDEUS MyNojD#1212 Expires September 26, 2027 FILED AND RECORDED OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS 2024036431 Dyana Limon-Mercado, County Clerk Travis County, Texas Apr 05, 2024 08:53 AM Fee: $37.00 GARZAV  City of Austin P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX, 78767 NOTICE OF VIOLATION Case Number: CV-2023-150598 via Certified Mail #7017 3040 0000 2433 7722 November 21, 2023 GOODEN REAL ESTATE MGMT LLC % METCALFE WOLFF STUART & WILLIAMS LLP 19309 MELWAS WAY PFLUGERVILLE, TX 78660-3465 RE: 1702 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD AUSTIN TX 78722 Locally known as 1702 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD AUSTIN TX 78722 Legally described as LOT 2 BLK 3 OLT 45 DIV B HOFHEINZ RESUB Zoned as MF-3-NP Parcel Number 0211091608 Dear GOODEN REAL ESTATE MGMT LLC % METCALFE WOLFF STUART & WILLIAMS LLP: The City of Austin Code Department investigated the property described above. Austin City Code violations were found that require your immediate attention. A description of the violation(s) and compliance timeframe(s) are provided in the attached violation report. After receipt of this Notice, and until compliance is attained, the Austin City Code prohibits the sale, lease, or transfer of this property unless:   You provide the buyer, lessee, or other transferee a copy of this Notice of Violation; and You provide the name and address of the buyer, lessee, or other transferee to the Code Official. For additional information, I can be reached at 512-765-2858 or michael.larner@austintexas.gov. Please reference case number CV-2023-150598. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. If I am unavailable, contact the Code Connect line at (512) 974-CODE (2633) or codeconnect@austintexas.gov. Para obtener más información, llame al 512-765-2858 o enviar un correo electrónico a michael.larner@austintexas.gov. Por favor, consulte caso número CV-2023-150598. El horario de atención es: lunes a viernes, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Si no estoy disponible, comuníquese con Code Connect marcando al (512) 974-CODE (2633) o por correo electrónico codeconnect@austintexas.gov. Sincerely, Michael Larner, Austin Code Inspector City of Austin Code Department VIOLATION REPORT Date of Notice: November 21, 2023 Code Officer: Case Number: Property Address: Michael Larner CV-2023-150598 1702 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD AUSTIN TX 78722 Locally known as 1702 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD AUSTIN TX 78722 Zoned as MF-3-NP The items listed below are violations of the Austin City Code, and require your immediate attention. If the violations are not brought into compliance within the timeframes listed in this report, enforcement action may be taken. Timeframes start from the Date of Notice. Violation Type: STRUCTURE MAINTENANCE Austin City Code Section: Accumulation of rubbish or garbage (§308.1) Description of Violation: All exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any accumulation of rubbish or garbage. Date Observed: 11/21/2023 Timeframe to Comply: 7 Day(s) Recommended Resolution: Pick up and remove all rubbish and garbage that has accumulated in the front and back of the property. Austin City Code Section: Protective Treatment (§304.2) Description of Violation: All exterior surfaces, including but not limited to, doors, door and window frames, cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks, and fences, shall be maintained in good condition. Date Observed: 11/21/2023 Timeframe to Comply: 30 Day(s) Recommended Resolution: All houses shall be weatherproofed with exterior paint or sealant. Austin City Code Section: Accessory Structures (§302.7) Description of Violation: All accessory structures, including detached garages, fences, and walls, shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair. Date Observed: 11/21/2023 Timeframe to Comply: 30 Day(s) Recommended Resolution: Fix the wooden fence that is falling down and in disrepair. Austin City Code Section: Foundation Walls (§304.5) Description of Violation: All foundation walls shall be maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks and shall be kept in such condition so as to prevent the entry of rodents and other pests. Date Observed: 11/21/2023 Timeframe to Comply: 30 Day(s) Recommended Resolution: Fix all cracks and breaks in the foundation walls that allow cats and other rodents inside the structure. Austin City Code Section: Roofs and Drainage (§304.7) Description of Violation: The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight, and not have defects that admit rain. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance. Date Observed: 11/21/2023 Timeframe to Comply: 30 Day(s) Recommended Resolution: Repair the flashing around the roof line of both houses. Remove the falling tree that is resting on the roof of the first house located near the street on E. MLK Jr Blvd. Austin City Code Section: Exterior Walls (§304.6) Description of Violation: All exterior walls shall be free from holes, breaks, and loose or rotting materials; and maintained weatherproof and properly surface coated where required to prevent deterioration. Date Observed: 11/21/2023 Timeframe to Comply: 30 Day(s) Recommended Resolution: Fix and repair all holes and rotted boards at the base and exterior of the house. Austin City Code Section: Structural Members (§304.4) Description of Violation: All structural members shall be maintained free from deterioration, and shall be capable of safely supporting the imposed dead and live loads. Date Observed: 11/21/2023 Timeframe to Comply: 30 Day(s) Recommended Resolution: The green house in the back has a support beam by the front door that is rotted at the base and needs to be replaced. Notes: If the corrective action requires a permit or demolition, please contact the Development Services Department at 311. You can also visit http://www.austintexas.gov/department/development-services for more information. In order to close the above code violation(s), an inspection will need to be conducted. Please contact Austin Code Department Officer Michael Larner at 512-765-2858 or michael.larner@austintexas.gov to schedule an inspection. Appeal: Any structure maintenance issue indicated in this report may be appealed to the Building and Standards Commission. The appeal must be filed no later than 20 days after the date of this notice and contain all of the following information:  a brief statement as to why the violation is being appealed  any facts that support the appeal  a description of the relief sought  the reasons why the appealed notice or action should be reversed, changed, or set aside  the name and address of the appellant An appeal may be delivered in person to our office located at 5202 E. Ben White Blvd. Unit 5, Suite 550, Austin, TX 78741 or mailed to: Building and Standards Commission, c/o Development Services Department Code Compliance, P.O. Box 1088 Austin, Texas 78767. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Failure to Correct If the violations are not brought into compliance within the timeframes listed in the violation report, enforcement action may include:  Criminal charges in the City of Austin Municipal Court subjecting you to fines of up to $2,000 per violation, per day.  Civil penalties in an Administrative Hearing subjecting you to fines of up to $1,000 per  violation, per day, along with additional fees. Suspension or cancellation of existing site plan, permit, or certificate of occupancy. If the site plan, permit, or certificate of occupancy is suspended or revoked, the utility service to this property may be disconnected.  Civil injunctions or penalties in State court.  For dangerous or substandard buildings, the City of Austin may also take action with the Building and Standards Commission (BSC) to order the vacation, relocation of occupants, securing, repair, removal, or demolition of a building, and civil penalties. Ownership Information According to the records of the County, you own the property described in this notice. If this property has other owners, please provide me with this information. If you no longer own this property, you must execute an affidavit form provided by our office. This form should state that you no longer own the property, the name of the new owner, and their last known address. The affidavit must be delivered in person or by certified mail, with return receipt requested, to the Austin Code Department office no later than 20 days after you receive this notice. If you do not submit an affidavit, it will be presumed that you own the property described in this notice. An affidavit form is available at www.austintexas.gov/code-resources, or at the office at 5202 E. Ben White Blvd. Unit 5, Suite 550, Austin, TX 78741. The completed affidavit should be mailed to: City of Austin Code Department, P.O. Box 1088, Austin, Texas 78767. Complaints You may file a written complaint or commendation regarding a Development Services Department Code Compliance Officer no later than 3 days after you receive this notice. Please reference your case number. The complaint or commendation should be mailed to: City of Austin Code Department, ATTN: Code Official, P.O. Box 1088, Austin, Texas 78767. Community Resources Austin Code Department aims to bring our communities to a safe standard for Austin residents and visitors. This list of community resources is available to help Austin residents resolve potential hazards. General Information  Austin 311 ∙ A single point of contact for every City department 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Dial: 311 or visit austintexas.gov/department/311  Texas 2-1-1 ∙ Free information from state and local health and human services programs, 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Dial: 211, or 877-541-7905 or visit www.211texas.org.  Travis County Resources ∙ Direct services or through non-profit sectors that address community, family support services, weatherization, and home repair. Phone numbers by zip (78701) 512-854-4120, (78653) 512-854-1520, (78704) 512-854-1550, (78645) 512- 854-9130, (78735) 512-854-1500, (78660) 512-854-2130 or 512-854-1530 or visit www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/divisions/family-support-services.  United Way / Connect ATX ∙ Free or reduced cost services like medical care, food, job training and more www.unitedwayaustin.org/connectatx. Housing  Neighborhood Housing & Community Development (NHCD) ∙ (Austin) Provides housing and community development services to eligible residents. Dial: 512-974-3100 or visit austintexas.gov/department/housing  Development Services Department (DSD) ∙ (Austin) Collects and reviews zoning fees & expired permits, building inspections form requests. Dial: 512-978-4000 or visit austintexas.gov/department/development-assistance-center  Building and Strengthening Tenant Action (BASTA) ∙ Helps renters work with their neighbors to improve conditions in their homes by providing one-on-one guidance and group training in outreach methods, facilitation techniques, negotiation strategy, campaign planning, and property research. Dial: 512-522-9984 or visit www.bastaaustin.org  Austin Tenants Council ∙ Protects tenant’s rights and educates the community on fair housing to advocate for safe, decent, and affordable housing for all. Dial: 512-474-6000 or visit www.housing-rights.org  Austin Area Urban League ∙ Provides home repairs, advocacy, financial empowerment and workforce and career development. Dial: 512-478-7176 or visit http://aaul.org. Health and safety  Austin Public Health’s (APH) • Assists with Graffiti removal, rodent control, swimming pool/spa inspections, health screening and free social services. Neighborhood centers provide basic needs (food pantry), seasonal program services (Christmas Bureau application) and crisis intervention. Dial: 512-972-5000 or visit: austintexas.gov/department/health.  Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) • Provides investigative services for abuse, neglect or financial exploitation for persons aged 65 or older or if age 18-65, with mental, physical, or developmental disabilities. Visit www.dfps.state.tx.us.  Easter Seals Central Texas • Supports those with disabilities, supplies summer camps and employment opportunities. Offer a community for women with disabilities and adult day care services as well as in-home care, therapy, and mental health programs. Dial: 512-615-6820 or visit www.easterseals.com/centraltx  Meals on Wheels Central Texas • Provides resources including home care, veteran services, home repair, treatment for depression and quality meals. Dial: 512-476-6325 or visit www.mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org.  Texas Department on Aging and Disability Services (DADS) • Offers community partner, faith and community-based programs that support the needs of aging adults. Dial: 1-855-937-2372 or www.dads.state.tx.us  Texas Health and Human Rights Services department • Provides advice and advocacy for those experiencing discrimination or abuse in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home health or hospice settings. Dial: 1-800-458-9858 or visit www.dads.state.tx.us/services/crs. Legal assistance  Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) ∙ Free civil legal services for residents and represents migrant or seasonal workers. Operates public defender programs that represent low-income and indigent people in areas including family, employment, foreclosure, bankruptcy, subsidized housing, farmworker, civil rights, and environmental law. Dial: 1-888-988-9996 or visit www.tria.org/office/austin. For more information about the Austin Code Department, check out our websites: www.austintexas.gov/code | http://austincodeit.github.io/open.html Recursos Comunitarios El Departamento de Códigos de Austin tiene como objetivo llevar a nuestras comunidades un estándar seguro para los que viven y visitan Austin. Esta lista de recursos comunitarios está disponible para resolver posibles peligros. Información General  Austin 311 ∙ Un punto de contacto para cada departamento de la ciudad disponible 24 horas del día, 7 días de la semana. Marque 311 o visite austintexas.gov/department/311  Texas 2-1-1 ∙ Información fácil de encontrar programas estatales y locales de salud y servicios humanos. Los servicios son gratuitos y anónimos, incluyendo una línea directa de servicio social las 24 horas del día los 7 días de la semana. Marque: 211, o 877-541- 7905 o visite www.211texas.org.  Recursos del Condado de Travis ∙ Proporciona servicios directos o a través de sectores sin fines de lucro de apoyo familiar, climatización y reparación de viviendas. Números de teléfono por código postal (78701) 512-854-4120, (78653) 512-854-1520, (78704) 512-854-1550, (78645) 512-854-9130, (78735) 512-854-1500, (78660) 512-854- 2130 o 512-854-1530 o visite www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human- services/divisions/family-support-services.  United Way / Connect ATX ∙ Servicios gratuitos o de costo reducido como atención médica, alimentos, capacitación laboral y más www.unitedwayaustin.org/connectatx. Vivienda  Departamento de Vivienda Comunitaria y Desarrollo Comunitario (NHCD) ∙ (Austin) provee servicios de vivienda y desarrollo comunitario a personas elegibles. Marque: 512- 974-3100 o visite austintexas.gov/department/housing  Departamento de Servicios de Desarrollo (DSD) ∙ (Austin) Cobra y revisa tarifas de zonificación y permisos vencidos, inspecciones de edificios y solicitudes. Marque: 512- 978-4000 o visite austintexas.gov/department/development-assistance-center  BASTA - Organizando inquilinos de Austin para hogares saludables y asequibles ∙ Ayuda a inquilinos a trabajar con sus vecinos para mejorar las condiciones en sus hogares proporcionando orientación personal y capacitación grupal en métodos de extensión, técnicas de facilitación, estrategia de negociación, planificación de campañas e investigación de propiedades. Marque: 512-522-9984 o visite www.bastaaustin.org  El Consejo de Inquilinos de Austin (ATC) ∙ Protege los derechos de inquilinos y educa a la comunidad sobre la vivienda justa para abogar por una vivienda segura, decente y asequible para todos. Marque: 512-474-6000 o visite www.housing-rights.org  La Liga Urbana de Área de Austin (AAUL) – Proporciona reparaciones en el hogar, promoción, empoderamiento financiero y desarrollo de la fuerza de trabajo y Carrera. Marque al 512-478-7176 o visite http://aaul.org. Salud y Protección  Departamento de Salud Pública (APH) ∙ Ayuda con la eliminación de grafiti, control de roedores, inspecciones de piscina/spa, exámenes de salud y servicios sociales gratuitos. Los centros comunitarios proporcionan necesidades básicas (despensa de alimentos), servicios de programa estacionales (aplicación de la Oficina de Navidad) servicios sociales como intervención de crisis. marque: 512-972-5000 o visite: austintexas.gov/department/health.  El Departamento de Servicios para la Familia y de Protección (DFPS) ∙ Servicios de investigación por abuso, negligencia o explotación financiera de personas de 65 años o más o si tienen entre 18 y 65 años, con discapacidades mentales, físicas o del desarrollo. Visite www.dfps.state.tx.us.  Easter Seals del Centro de Texas ∙ Apoyo para personas con discapacidades, ofrece campamentos de verano y oportunidades de empleo. Ofrecer una comunidad para mujeres con discapacidades y servicios de guardería para adultos y programas de atención en el hogar, terapia y salud mental. Marque: 512-615-6820 o visite www.easterseals.com/centraltx  Meals on Wheels del Centro de Texas ∙ Proporciona recursos que incluyen atención domiciliaria, servicios para veteranos, reparación del hogar, tratamiento para depresión y comida. Marque: 512-476-6325 o visite www.mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org.  Departamento de Servicios para Adultos Mayores y Personas con Discapacidades (DADS) ∙ Ofrece a un socio comunitario, programas basados en la comunidad y basados en la comunidad que apoyan las necesidades de los adultos mayores. Marque: 1-855- 937-2372 o www.dads.state.tx.us  Departamento de Servicios de Salud y Derechos Humanos de Texas (DADS) ∙ Proporciona asesoramiento y defensa para aquellos que sufren discriminación o abuso en hogares de ancianos, centros de vida asistida, salud en el hogar o entornos de hospicio. Marque: 1-800-458-9858 o visite www.dads.state.tx.us/services/crs. Asistencia Legal  Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) • Proporciona servicios legales civiles gratuitos a los residentes y representa a los trabajadores migrantes o estacionales. Opera programas de defensa pública que representan a personas indigentes y de bajos ingresos en áreas como la familia, el empleo, la ejecución hipotecaria, la quiebra, la vivienda subvencionada, el trabajador agrícola, los derechos civiles y la ley ambiental. Marque: 1-888-988-9996 o visite www.tria.org/office/austin. 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