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Paducah, KY 42001
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CONDEMNATION NOTICE
Owner: GREEN NETTIE LOUISE ESTATE Book/Page: 982-708
GREEN NETTIE LOUISE ESTATE
615 CAMPBELL ST
PADUCAH, KY 42001
Mailing Address:
Property Maintenance Condemnation Notice for the following location:
Address: Parcel: Description:
Inspections:
12/15/2021 12:00 AM In Violation
Paducah Fire Department
Fire Prevention Division
300 South 5th Street
P.O. Box 2267
Paducah, KY 42002-2267
270-444-8522 or 270-444-8527
Case Number: PM2021-0073
Case Type: Property Maintenance
Case Status: In Progress
Date Case Established: 12/15/2021
Time Case Established: 12:00 AM
Dear Property Owner:
This notice is being sent to inform you of the violations, your responsibilities, the penalties, and your rights.
The City of Paducah, Kentucky enforces the International Property Maintenance Code as adopted by
Chapter 42 of City of Paducah Code Enforcement Board Ordinance. These codes are to protect the public health, safety
and welfare on all existing premises by establishing minimum requirements and standards and remedying any
structure deemed to be a public nuisance.
Under the provisions of this code, a public nuisance is defined as follows:
• Any physical condition or occupancy of any premises or its appurtenances considered an attractive nuisance to
children, including, but not limited to, abandoned wells, shafts, basements, excavations and unsafe fences or
structures, or
• Any premises designated as unsafe for human habitation, or
• Any premises that is manifestly capable of being a fire hazard, or is manifestly unsafe or unsecured so as to endanger
life, limb or property, or
• Any premises from which the plumbing, heating or facilities required by this code have been removed, or from which
utilities have been disconnected, destroyed, removed or rendered ineffective, or the required precautions against
trespassers have not been provided, or
• Any premises that is unsanitary, or that is littered with rubbish or garbage, or that has an uncontrolled growth of
weeds, or
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Violation(s):
Violation: 108.1.3 STRUCTURE UNFIT FOR HUMAN OCCUPANCY
A structure is unfit for human occupancy whenever the code official finds that such structure is unsafe, unlawful or, because of the
degree to which the structure is in disrepair or lacks maintenance, is insanitary, vermin or rat infested, contains filth and
contamination, or lacks ventilation, illumination, sanitary or heating facilities or other essential equipment required by this code, or
because the location of the structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants of the structure or to the public.
Violation Identified:
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
Violation: 304.13 WINDOW, SKYLIGHT, AND DOOR FRAMES
Every window, skylight, door and frame shall be kept in sound condition, good repair and weather tight.
Violation Identified: BROKEN WINDOWS
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
Violation: 304.13.2 OPENABLE WINDOWS
Every window, other than a fixed window, shall be easily openable and capable of being held in position by window hardware.
Violation Identified:
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
Violation: 304.2 PROTECTIVE TREATMENT
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. Exterior wood surfaces, other than decay-resistant woods, shall be protected from the
elements and decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment. Peeling, flaking and chipped paint shall be eliminated
and surfaces repainted. All siding and masonry joints, as well as those between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows,
doors and skylights, shall be maintained weather resistant and water tight. All metal surfaces subject to rust or corrosion shall be
coated to inhibit such rust and corrosion, and all surfaces with rust or corrosion shall be stabilized and coated to inhibit future rust
and corrosion. Oxidation stains shall be removed from exterior surfaces. Surfaces designed for stabilization by oxidation are exempt
from this requirement.
Violation Identified:
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
Violation: 304.5 FOUNDATION WALLS
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.
Violation Identified:
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
• Any structure that is in a state of dilapidation, deterioration, or decay; faulty construction; overcrowded; open, vacant
or abandoned; damaged by fire to the extent so as not to provide shelter; in danger of collapse or failure; and
dangerous to anyone on or near the premises.
The above reference premise is deemed to be a public nuisance subject to the definition found above. Therefore, the
premise is hereby condemned pursuant to PM-108.1 and shall be placarded and vacated.
The violations detected are specifically as follows:
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Violation: 505.1 GENERAL
Every sink, lavatory, bathtub or shower, drinking fountain, water closet or other plumbing fixture shall be properly connected to
either a public water system or to an approved private water system. All kitchen sinks, lavatories, laundry facilities, bathtubs and
showers shall be supplied with hot or tempered and cold running water in accordance with the International Plumbing Code.
Violation Identified: NO UTILITIES
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
Violation: 602.3 HEAT SUPPLY
Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one or more dwelling units or sleeping units on terms, either
expressed or implied, to furnish heat to the occupants thereof shall supply heat during the period from September 1st to May 31st
to maintain a minimum temperature of 68°F (20°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms.
Exceptions:
1. When the outdoor temperature is below the winter outdoor design temperature for the locality, maintenance of the minimum
room temperature shall not be required provided that the heating system is operating at its full design capacity. The winter outdoor
design temperature for the locality shall be as indicated in Appendix D of the International Plumbing Code.
2. In areas where the average monthly temperature is above 30°F (-1°C) a minimum temperature of 65°F (18°C) shall be maintained.
Violation Identified: NO UTILITIES
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
Violation: 604.1 FACILITIES REQUIRED
Every occupied building shall be provided with an electrical system in compliance with the requirements of this section and Section
605.
Violation Identified: NO POWER
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
Violation: 604.2 SERVICE
The size and usage of appliances and equipment shall serve as a basis for determining the need for additional facilities in
accordance with NFPA 70. Dwelling units shall be served by a three-wire, 120/240 volt, single-phase electrical service having a
minimum rating of 60 amperes.
Violation Identified:
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
Violation: 604.3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAZARDS
Where it is found that the electrical system in a structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure by reason of
inadequate service, improper fusing, insufficient receptacle and lighting outlets, improper wiring or installation, deterioration or
damage, or for similar reasons, the code official shall require the defects to be corrected to eliminate the hazard.
Violation Identified: SERVICE POLE TIED TO HOUSE WITH ROPE
Status: In Violation Create Date: 12/15/2021 Resolved Date:
It is your responsibility to obtain a permit from the Paducah Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division pursuant to
PM104.7 to (1) have all repairs, maintenance work, alterations or installations which are caused directly or indirectly by
the above violations to be executed and installed in a workmanlike manner pursuant to PM-102.5. or (2) have the
premise razed and debris removed pursuant to PM-110.1. Repairs must be made within the time specified on the
vacate notice to make the property safe or the property will not be allowed to be occupied.
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Failure to comply with this notice can result in the Fire Prevention Division causing contractor ordered actions and
necessary steps to ensure the violations are corrected pursuant to Chapter 42-43 of the Code Enforcement Board
Ordinance and may include the premise to be razed and the cost of such razing and removal shall be charged against
the real estate pursuant to PM-110.3 You are hereby ordered to contact the Fire Prevention within seven (7) days of
the date this notice was issued. Re-inspections may occur every 60 days and penalties for no action (Failure to Comply)
are as follows: Initial (1st) Inspection – No Charge, 2nd Inspection – No Charge, 3rd Inspection - $250.00, 4th
Inspection - $350.00, 5th and all subsequent follow-up Inspections: $500.00. A lien may be place against the property
for all costs incurred plus interest pursuant to Section 42-44.
You have the right to appeal this notice. A hearing by the Code Enforcement Board will be granted provided that
within seven (7) days of date this notice was served, you have filed a written petition containing a request for such a
hearing and a statement of the grounds pursuant to Sec. 42-40. You may submit your written petition to this office,
Fire Prevention Division of the Paducah Fire Department.
Furthermore, it shall be unlawful to sell, transfer, mortgage, lease or otherwise dispose of the premise to another
unless the receiving party acknowledges receipt of this Order and gives written notice to this office of fully accepting
the responsibility of this order pursuant to PM-107.6.
This office is interested in seeking compliance with this notice and the International Property Maintenance Code not in
levying punishment. Our only intent is to provide a reasonable degree of safety for the citizens of Paducah. Should
you need additional information, please contact the City of Paducah – Fire Prevention Division 270-444-8522.
Matt Willett
Code Enforcement Officer
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