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Home My WebLink AboutLetter (guilty verdict) - 03/12/1998 � » CITY HALL 215 Church Avenue ` P. 0. Box 1130 Oshkosh5 902-�1130 City of Oshkosh � � � W nl� I�I ON THE WATER � March 12, 1998 S N&KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE 1 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Langhoff, Failure to appear in court on 3/11/98 has resulted in a guilty verdict due to default. However,this does � not relieve your responsibility to correct the violations noted in the correction notice sent on 9/29/97. Therefore,I am ordering you to correct the noted violations or to provide me with a letter of intent within 15 days stating when the violations will be corrected. The letter of intent will have to be approved by myself and the Director of Inspection Services. Failure to contact me or correct the violations by 3/27/98 will result in a daily citation being issued. If there are any questions please feel free to call me at 236-5036. Respectfully, �J�� I��--> Nicole Krahn Building Systems Inspector cc: Allyn Dannhoff- Director of Inspection Services. � f � .SHEI.DON W. & KELL Y L. I.ANGHOFF � 431 West 9th Avenue Oshkosh, �sconsin 54901 (920) 426 9274 �� :� � �� n ' �+�r . Janua 14, 1998 � • � � _��' ry Ms. Nicole Krahn J r"-�:"d 1 :, 1��,n Building Systems Inspector ��s��.'��. ��. City of Oshkosh ��'TY ��Q��r,�,f`}� 215 Church Ave. P.O. Box l 130 Oshkosh, WI 54902-1130 Dear Nicole: In response to your last letter, we have been unable to reach our contractor. Due to this, and for financial reasons, we are not prepared to meet your request at this time. Should you have any further questions, please contact us. Sincerely, � '� � � K �`�"`�� Sheldon and Kelly Langhoff � t r CITY HALL 215 Church Avenue P O Box 1130 Oshkosh5 902-01130 City of Oshkosh � � � O.IHKQIH ON THE WATER December 17, 1997 SHELDON & KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Langhoff, This letter is in response to your letter dated December 15, 1997. Prior to receiving this letter, numerous correction notices have been sent to you indicating the noncompliances found during the rough inspection on September 29, 1997. In these previous correction notices it was stated that a stop work order was going to remain in place until a reinspection verified that all the corrections indicated in the notice were approved. � During our phone conversation on 10/1/97, you indicated that more time was needed to evaluate the violations due to your husband leaving you and your children. At that time I agreed to allow you some time to determine how the violations were to be corrected and who was going to correct them. At that time I also indicated that no further construction could take place until I reinspected the corrected violations. As of December 17, 1997, I have never been contacted by you and/or a contractor regarding the noncompliances located at 431 W 9th Ave. Therefore no reinspections have taken place and the stop work order is in your file and remains in place. Unfortunately the letter stated that your contractor completed the job with disregard to the violations he created, thus never calling for a reinspection. The fact remains that the violations need to be corrected and reinspected to verify their compliance with al( state and local building codes. Therefore, I am requiring that the walls and ceiling area be opened to verify the items in the correction notice have been corrected. I would advise you to contact your contractor and let him know that the corrections were never verified, thus he will have to open the walls and ceiling of the porch/living room area. I am giving you until January 15, 1997 to comply with this order. If a response is not received by our office, legal action will be taken. I am still requesting a written schedule of how and when the items contained in the correction notice of 9/29/97 will be completed. In addition to the schedule, it will be beneficial and necessary to meet at your property and discuss the scheduled items in addition to the items � contained in the correction notice. Sorry for any inconvenience to your family, this could have been prevented if the correction notices were complied with. If there are any questions please feel free to call me at 236-5036. � f � Respectfully, � ,��c�-��..� Nicole Krahn Building Systems Inspector cc: Allyn Dannhoff- Director of Inspection Services. Legal Counsel �✓ � r � � ��, �P� �� .. '��'"�-!_�� ;it>:.� k + � _. '` ': 1 i 3�7 SHELDON W. 8t KEI,L Y L. LANGHOFF f 431 West 9th Avenue k � '� �� '`� � '� Oshkosh, �sconsin 54901 �. -.� � '�� !�;! i;.. ��i��'�,!?;;�.;;�'s s,�..'K'��t',�;'�;�� 920) 426-9274 December 15, 1997 Ms. Nicole Krahn Building Systems�Inspector City of Oshkosh � 215 Church Ave. � ;� P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54902-1130 � ; Dear Nicole: � This letter is in regards to your letter dated December 4, 1997 including the last correction � notice mailed to us. We are making reference to the corrections that you noted on issue ; t date of 9/29/97. ; � It was our understanding, prior to beginning the project, that we did not need permits for putting in new windows, (a drive by was done by an inspector of your department). Also, ' � at that time, we asked if we needed a permit for putting up drywall and we were told that ; we only needed one if we were doing work with a bearing wall. The electricity was - already there...we did not do anything with this, but put new plate covers on and prior to � ; putting up the drywall, the house was heavily insulated, outside and insidewith vapor t barrier applied. It was also our understanding that our contractor was working with you � on the issues that needed to be resolved and that all compliances were met. Since then, he has completed his job, been paid in full, and the room has been finished. � In conclusion, it would be highly cost ineffective to remove the finished walls and would = # � also cause a great inconvenience to our family. Again, we were under the assumption that all corrections were made by our contractor. Therefore, we hope that there will be � another solution to the concerns that you may have regarding the remodeling of our living � room. Please advise. � � Thank you for your concern. Sincerely, � ' .�`��u Q.e�.o� �, ' K�.`�., Sheldon and Kelly Langhoff � � , � I 1 � ,' December 4, 1997 KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 RE:Non-compliances resulting from the front porch remodel at 851 W 9th Ave. � In response to our phone conversation in October,I had agreed to allow you some time to evaluate what items needed to be completed before continuing on the above referenced project. Although I understand and sympathize with your situation,I need an explanation of when the items will be completed. Therefore I am requesting a written schedule of when the items mentioned in the correction notice,dated 9/29/97,will be corrected. In addition to the schedule, it will be beneficial and necessary to meet at your property and discuss the scheduled items in addition to the items contained in the correction notice. If there are any questions please feel free to call me at 236-5036. Respectfully, � �� Nicole Krahn Building Systems Inspector cc: Allyn Dannhoff-Director of Inspection Services. � � . Frnm the Nnme. nffce of � S�IFL,DON W. & K_FI:I YI. L�=�NGK(�FF 431 We.st 9th AVenue. t)shknsl�, �scnnsin 549�1 (92(i) 426-9274 ��' ��' � '�. � �� , � .� � �, ;.;4 �: t-•. �! i �1'�v,;�r,�:��rs_.. .o_F � ,�;� y.. _.�� April 2, 1998 �; (? � 1�?�� f,,.?�.rtt,.,yr �;' MS Nic�le Kr�hn �,� ,�y�t.E4� z . � �E�r.>�F�=��w�a r ��.�ry�E�r�,�� B�iilding � _ystQms Tnspe�tor �' ('ity�f n�hkosh City I�aLI � 215 C'hurch Ave P.�. Box 1130 nshkosh, Wi 54902-113� D��r Ni��le� As �foll�w-L��t� my phone conversation with y�u two weeks ago,please consider this my letter of intent for fi?�ing the items which we discl�sse�# verh�lly. � Financially and weather permittin�, I plan to repair the roc�f tbis spring/summer. At that time, i will open the mof up and rep�ir the br�ces. Also, at whi�h time, I will t�ke th� insulatic�n out of the floor and put the vapor barrier in the correct wa_y. We will be applying for the permit for the light switch also at this same time, Tentative start date for this, again pending financial commitments anc�weather,will be May 15, 199R. Do we need a permit for the roof? Do you need t� inspect �n_ything upon rep��rs and if yes, �lo y�u inspect on the weekends as that is the only time I will have to work on this? I will await response from you. Thanl�you for youur patience and understanding in tt�is regard. ' SinCerelY, � Shel on W. L.anghoff � �J } CITY OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSW � � Juvenile Yes Incident No. Deposit + �'� Parents � °.i , � � ��-s �ITATION Notified Yes ` • $ FOR COURT USE ONLY i ." � STATE OF WISCONSIN THE UNDERSIGNED FOR AND IN BEHALF OF THE • � CIRCUIT COURT THAT SAID DEFENDANT DID �� CITY OF OSHKOSH STATES UPON INFORMATION AND BEUEF ;„� � WINNEBAGO COUNTY � ORDINANCE ADOPTING WIS STATS _ � � ON �.'�. , , 19�, AT : ! AM/PM VIOLATE TO WIT: � JDANT LAST FIRST MIDDLE DESCRIBE VIOLATION i + ,;' ;i`:3:," i r.:..��, . + +�, s i j ADDRESS(HOME) APT. CITY/STATE ZIP CODE i ' e^t•c. • , ' +°'"�� i-. } � � SCHOOL ADDRESS/PLACE OF EMPLOY E T HOME PHONE � � ' �i j � BIRTH DATE DRIVERS LICENSE STATE °� - � • �i ..� ; ,� � � SEX RACE HEIGHT WEIGHT HAIR EYES MARKS,SCARS,TATTOOS ;t :� � VEH. PLATE EXP. STATE YEAR/MAKE OF VEH. TYPE COLOR ON HWY/STREET—PRIVATE/PUBLIC PROPERTY � � � PARENT/GUARDIAN ADDRESS PHONE AT r � �:,.. .,. , . . � YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED TO APPEAR IN THE ABOVE COURT Winnebv go County, City oi �F1 0'sh ,_� � ' ; oN � '�: , 1s , AT `��Aivl/PM OSHKOSH POLICE DEPARTMENT � ,:.A i OFFICER'S SIGNATURE NUMBER :u � � LOCATED AT SAFETY BUILDING,RM.194,420 JACKSON ST.,OSHKOSH,WI 54903-2808 - �ar -r � r� ' + i , ` (RECORD COPY) � , �� . . � . . , , .. . � , . . .. ,� . , , i , � � AGENCY RECORD � � DATE OF DISPOSITI STIPULAT O�L7, � � � � �� j� i ❑Withdrawn by Agency- Reason ❑Amended To: ❑ Denied by Prosecution - Reason ❑ Dismissed - Reason PLEA: ❑ NOT GUILTY FINDINGS: IL L ' ❑ NO CONTEST ❑GUILTY ❑ DISMISSED TRIAL: DATE: COURT ❑JU'NY ❑COURT BRANCH: 1 2 3 4 5 6 ? SENTENCE: WARRANT STATUS y ❑ $ FINE AND/OR ORDERED: : i ❑ DAYS JAIL AND/OR DATE: / / ❑ DAYS IN JAIL FOR FAILURE TO PAY: SERVED: ❑ Driver's License Suspension For Failure To Pay DATE: / / INCIDENT REPORT: RETURN DATE: / / � ;:Y: �:� _ �� f i INCIDENT DI ATE YES NO ARREST REPORT DICTATED YES NO ' DATE: I 2� DATE: �NATUR OF FICER DATE RMS JALES .�� (�r . DATA �v ��k� ENTERED: / / / / � CITATION REOUEST Name: Kelly Langhoff Address: 431 W 9th Ave, Oshkosh WI 54901 �„Address of Violation: 431 W 9th Ave, Oshkosh WI 54901 Problem/Violation: Concealing work without correcting the violations and/or calling for the required inspections. The following municipal codes have been violated. Mun 7-31(B) States that no work shall be concealed until approved by the building inspector. Mun 11-32 States that permits are required for electrical work. ��'� C° `✓� � Brief historv review: Mrs. Langhoff was found enclosing the front porch in August of 199T and a correction notice was mailed. The owners obtained the permit on 9/25/97, and an inspection was scheduled on 9/29/97. Numerous violations were found upon the rough inspection that took place on 9/29/97, and a correction notice was sent to the owners. Soon after the notice was mailed, I received a call from Mrs. Langhoff crying that her husband left her and she did not have the money and did not know how she was going to correct the violations and finish the project. At this time I stated that she could have some time to figure out how to correct the violations but that no further construction could continue until the violations were corrected. It was also stated that the stop work order that I posted on 9/29/97 was to remain in affect until an electrical permit was obtained and the violations were corrected. Noted violations included improper framing of the skylights, inadequate ventilation, notched/cut headers, new electrical without a permit, and improper heating. I sent a letter on 12/4/97 due to the fact that I had not received any communication from Mrs. Langhoff in regard to the noted ��iolations after the final correction notice was mailed. Upon mailing this letter I received a letter from Mrs. Langhoff stating that the project was finished by their contractor and it would be a great inconvenience to their family to have to remove the drywall so the violations could be inspected. An additional letter was mailed on 12/17/97 from our office, requiring the wall and ceiling area to be opened so the violations could be inspected. The compliance date for this order was 1/15/98, and I have yet to be contacted by Mrs. Langhoff and no electrical permit has been taken out. It appears that Mrs. Langhoff thought that the orders would be forgotten and never checked due to the fact that construction continued after numerous correction notices were sent and a stop work order posted. It is unfortunate that actions like these have to take place but we have to let owners know that there are consequences to not following correction notices. It is also important that we reinspect the violations due to the fact that the violations noted in the correction notice have weakened the structural integrity of the house and may cause additional structural problems for the owners of this property. op- �;s� p��i` �t'�9 V"V r'�-- o uw►te i$ � -�I Attachments: Orders X , Photos , Other X . Citation requested by: Nicole Krahn Date: ! (7 Cl ****************************************************************************** ITA ON PPROVAL r % Division Supervisor , � Date: / " � ��irector of Community Developme _� Date: � �`` d City Manager �� ' �� Date: a� � � CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION �� , � DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,W�SCONSIN ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE ,sue Date 8/5/97 Compiiance Date 8/15/97 Compliance Yes -- - - -- --- --- - ----- Address 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Brian Noe _------ - _ _ _--- --- _ _ __ _ Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to �Owner SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 --. - -__ - �Con��acfo�- _ - C Othe� - - --- - —--- C-lnspec or- -- -- -------------- � Required for Occupancy Occupancy House Notice � First��econd� in�Ot�ie�" --- --__ — - -- — � --- -- -- introaucc�on Uponinspection of your property, following up on a call-that� ih�s office�s recieved,-it was noted fhat�he fronf — porch is being enclosed. This work does require a permit '�I -- --- - ---- --_ J Item# � Code MUN 7-8 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 8/15/97 oescr�pc�on p,ny alteration fo a strucfure requires a building permit-- I ( � I ' � __ --- summary Please make application witi�in the nexf 10 days � � I' �!------ --- - -- - - -- - DEFICIENCIES MUST BE CORRECTED AND APPROVED BEFORE CONCEALMENT. CALL(414)236-5050 FOR INSPECTION. J Signature Date � Page 1 of 1 ,� CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT � OSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSIN ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE �,sue Date 9/29/97 Compliance Date 10/29/97 Compliance No ddress 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Nicole Krahn Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to � Owner SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 _ _-- _ --- -- — . -- --- - -_ �'-Contractor _ _ - ------ _ _- - ----- - - f Othe�_ _-_ _ -_..__ - -- -_ ;- Inspecfor ;^ Required for Occupancy Occupancy Single family Notice � First � Second '"`, Final ' Other --- - - - - - --- -- `�-- � _--`< --- � Introduction Upon the rough inspection for the porch enclosu�e,the following violations we�e noted. -- _ _ __ - - — -- Item# � Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 Description Ventilation above the ceiling insulation shall be provided� Remove tF�e drywell fo verify proper ventilation requirements and to verify framing of the skylights. _ ___ — - --- Item# 2 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 '�escription It appears thaf the heade�for the front door fo fhe enclosed-porch area has een notched and/or cut.-Verificai±on � is required to assure the proper header is used, remove existing drywall so all headers can be seen. � - --_ -- - - _ - -- ___ -_ _ _---- -- -- -- ---- _ ____ _ Item# 3 Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 ---_ _ Description At this time the crawlspace/floorlevel of the porch hes not been insulated�-It requi�es ventilation once the insulation is placed in that area. - - - --_ _ _- - Item# 4 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 -_ --- Description The biocks transfering the roof load to the microlam do not have the proper angles cut, therefore shims are required under the angie to give them full bearing. __ _—_ _ __ _ Item# 5 Code 7-8 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 - - -- -- -- - _ - -- - Description New electrical outlets, lights, and skylighfs have been place in the porch area withouf the proper permits. Permits must be applied for within 10 days. � Page 1 of 2 (,��\, CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION ,`��J , � DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT QSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSIN ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE sue Date 9/29/97 Compliance Date 10/29/97 Compliance No ddress 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Nicole Krahn Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to i: Owner SHELDON WJKELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 ^ Contractor - ----- _ __---- ----- ---- - . "— Other - '— Inspector -• _ __ _ _ --- . _ Reqwred for Occupancy Occupancy ingle amily Notice � First `, Second ' ' Final Other - - _- __ _ _ introduction Upon the rough inspection for the porch enclosu�e, the foliowing violations were noted. Item# 6 Code ILHR 23.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 �escriPtion Every dwelling heating system shall be designetl-to mainfain the indoor design temperature at outdoor design conditions. Distribution systems shall be sized and located accordingly. Heat run extensions will be required, a heating permit will be required. Item# 7 Code 21.02 Compliance No Compiiance Date 10/29/97 _ _ -- --- - �escription The rolled roofing material appeared to be improperly fastened as it is currently failing. Properly secure the roofing material as to prevent the roof from leaking. _ _ -- - - ---__ _--- Summary Call fo�a re-inspection when the corrections have been made The stop work order shall remain in place until all corrections have been made. Additional permits must be applied for within 10 days of receiving this notice, questions call 236-5036. - - - DEFICIENCIES MUST BE CORRECTED AND APPROVED BEFORE CONCEALMENT. CALL(414)236-5050 FOR INSPECTION. r 1 Signature �� ti � �� , � Date `"I/�.�( LL ( (�_ < � �. � `_ l,.-� - i�, . � � �_ ��..�(�\� ,��. - �`�`,�^ ��l,� 1 �`� ��L,_ ti.� .l� , -i �,�•�,. „ �;� _� 1`��'��'1 �-� �` , i � � � �. !._l:1 2:_- � ��,�.�L 1�\\\�. I� �:ti ;\� \ l.` _�\', r��, , � �� ,� L�.r—�_. ` `1.\\�.�-� � �r��'� . _. L.i,_'..L��r�\, �' - , �-;_ —�� ,�i� �,`�'vl�:� L-�=�'�-�i�,��;c�_ ''= � -- � L�:��- --' ., � Page 2 of 2 . ,� �-z..l�l�1 . , CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION � �, ' DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT JSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSIN ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE I�Date 9/29/97 Compliance Date 10/29/97 Compliance No _ Address 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Nicole Krahn Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to ; wner -�, SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE _ _ OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 � � on rC-t acfo�� _ _ __- �Of e�— - � � nspe or � ; equire� ccu� pancy-� Occupancy Single family Notice irst econ � ma t e� _ Introduction ; pon e� inspec ion or e porc enc osure, e o owing vio a ions we�e no--te� — — -- - , , � i � � I i Item# � Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 Description ,enfi�fion a ob ve th�in insu a ion s al e provi�e .d—Remove f e�drywalf to veri proper venfil�ion , e cei ',requirements and to verify raming of the skylights. ' � i I I ' �' I � i Item# 2 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 I �`ption , appears a e ea er or e ron oor o e enc ose porc area as een nofc e an or cu . en icai�ton I lis required to assure the proper header is used, remove existmg drywall so all headers can be seen. I ' '� � � Item# 3 Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 Gescription IS ime e craw space oor eve o e porc as no een msu a e . requires ven�la ion once e ---� iinsulation is placed in that area. ' ; � � � � Item# 4 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 Description e oc s rans enng e roo oa o he micro am o no Tiave e proper ang e�cut;f��e shims are- , 'required under the angle to give them full bearing. , I ; Item# 5 Code 7-8 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 I Description 1�e ec� e�s, a� s ave een p ace in �c are wia ou e proper permits:�ermifs must be applied for within 10 days. � I i I i �, Page 1 of 2 � . . � . CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION ; '� • DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ` OSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSIN : ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE I��ate 9/29/97 Compliance Date 10/29/97 Compliance No Address 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Nicole Krahn Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to � wner � SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 � on rG�acfo�� — — -- — L; er � -- — — i nspe or i � eqwre or ccupancy � Occupancy Single family Notice irs econ � ma t er � Introduction pon e roug inspec ion or f e porc enc osure, e o owing vw a ions were no e . �i Item# 6 Code ILHR 23.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 J Description ; very we ing ea ing sys em s a e esigne o mam am e m oor esign empera ure a ou oor design �i iconditions. Distribution systems shall be sized and located accordingly. Heat run extensions will be required, a �, heating permit will be required. 'I , I I �I i � , � � Item# 7 Code 21.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 ��tion e ro e roo ing ma eria appeare o e improper y as ene as i is curren y ai ing. roper y secure e roo ing, ` ��' Imaterial as to prevent the roof from leaking. I � , i ', i ' —� Summary ,�al or a re-inspec ion w en e correc ions ave een ma e. e s op wor or er s a remain in p ace un il�l—I �corrections have been made. Additional permits must be applied for within 10 days of receiving this notice, I jquestions call 236-5036. � DEFICIENCIES MUST BE CORRECTED AND APPROVED BEFORE CONCEALMENT. CALL(414)236-5050 FOR INSPECTION. Signature Date � Page 2 of 2 � , •��\ �� December 4, 1997 KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 RE: Non-compliances resulting from the front porch remodel at 851 W 9th Ave. � In response to our phone conversation in October,I had agreed to allow you some time to evaluate what items needed to be completed before continuing on the above referenced project. Although I understand and sympathize with your situation, I need an explanation of when the items will be completed. Therefore I am requesting a written schedule of when the items mentioned in the correction notice, dated 9/29/97, will be conected. In addition to the schedule, it will be beneficial and necessary to meet at your property and discuss the scheduled items in addition to the items contained in the correction notice. If there are any questions please feel free to call me at 236-5036. Respectfully, �`��.�� Nicole Krahn Building Systems Inspector cc: Allyn Dannhoff- Director of Inspection Services. � . . ;. . SHEI.nON l�V. & KELI,YI.. l,ANGHOFF � 431 West 9th Ai�enue O.cltknslt, �sconsin 54901 (920) 426-9274 December 15, 1997 Ms. Nicole Krahn Building Systems Inspector City of Oshkosh 215 Church Ave. P.O. Box 1130 (�shkosh, Wi 54902-1130 Dear Nicole: This letter is in regards to your letter dated December 4, 1997 including the last correction notice mailed to us. We are making reference to the corrections that you noted on isst�e date of 9/29/97. It was our understanding, prior to beginning the project, that we did not need permits for pirtting in new windows, (a drive by was done by an inspector of your department). Alsq �,r at that time, we asked if we needed a permit for putting up drywall and we were told that we only needed one if we were doing work with a bearing wall. The electricity was already there...we did not do anything with this, but put new plate covers an and prior to putting up the drywall, the house was heavily insulated, outside and inside with vapor barrier applied. Tt was aiso �ur understanding that our contractor was working with you on the issues that needed to be resolved and that all compliances were met. Since then, he has completed his job, been paid in full, and the room has been finished. In conclusion, it would be highly cost ineffective to remove the finished walls and would also cause a great inconvenience to our family. Again, we were under the assumption that all corrections were made by our contractor. Therefore, we hope that there will be another solution to the concerns that you may have regarding the remodeling of our living r�om. Please advise. Thank you for your concern. Sincerely, , �r� , �� ,1,�L1�.�� i�-�_.`�-� �� / `r ( 1i v Sheldon and Kelly Langhoff � e . . CITY WALL 215 Church Avenue P 0 Box ?�30 Oshkosn W�scors�n 54go�-�� City of Oshkosh � � � O.fHKQI�H ON 7HE WATER December 17, 1997 SHELDON & KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Langhoff, This letter is in response to your letter dated December l 5, 1997. Prior to receiving this letter, numerous correction notices have been sent to you indicating the noncompliances found during the rougll inspection on September?9, 1997. In these previous correction notices it was stated that a stop work order�vas `oin�� to remain in place until a reinspection verified that all the corrections indicated in the notice were approved. � During our phone conversation on 10/1/97, you indicated that more time was needed to evaluate the violations due to your husband leaving you and your children. At that time I agreed to allow you some time to determine how the violations were to be corrected and who was going to correct them. At that time I also indicated that no further construction could take place until I reinspected the corrected violations. As of December 17, 1997, I have never been contacted by you and/or a contractor re�arding the noncompliances located at-�31 W 9th Ave. Therefore no reinspections have taken place and the stop work order is in vour f71e and remains in place. Unfortunately the letter stated that your contractor completed the job with disregard to the violations he created, thus never calling for a reinspection. The fact remains that the violations need to be corrected and reinspected to verify their compliance with all state and local building codes. Therefore. I am requiring tl�at the walls and ceiling area be opened to verify the items in the correction notice ha�e been corrected. I would advise you to contact your contractor and let him know that the corrections �vere never verified, thus he will have to open the walls and ceiling of the porch/living room area. [ am giving you until January 15, 1997 to comply with this order. If a response is not received bv our office, le`�al action �vill be taken. I am still requesting a written schedule of how and when the items contained in the correction notice of 9/29/97 �vill be completed. [n addition to the schedule, it will be beneticial and necessary to meet at your property and discuss the scheduled items in addition to the items contained in the correction notice. Sorry for any inconvenience to your family, this could have been prevented if the correction notices ��ere complied with. [f there are any questions please feel free to call me at 236-5036. � • � . . • . Respectfully, �. �;�.�.�:�\�� Nicole Krahn Building Systems Inspector cc: Allyn Dannhoff- Director of Inspection Services. Legal Counsel � � � � ` April 14, 1998 ' SHELDON&KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 Deaz Mr.and Mrs.Langhoff, This letter is in response to your letter of intent dated Apri12, 1998. It is my understanding that you are requesting an extension for the porch violations due to pending financial commitments and the weather. The tentative start date noted in the letter is May 15, 1998. Since the violations have been present since 9/29/97 and the work to be inspected is inside,thus the � weather is not a problem,I am giving you an extension until5/29/98. Before this deadline I expect an inspection to be requested and scheduled and the electrical permit obtained. At the time of the inspection the ceiling area,beam area,and door area shall be opened in order to verify compliance with the items listed in the correction notice dated 9/29/97. I have enclosed a copy of the correction notice for your information. All the violations noted must be corrected and reinspected to verify their compliance with all state and local building codes. In response to your questioning the need for a roof permit, it is included with the porch remodeling permit.You also questioned our hours and the inspections needed for your project. All the items in the conection notice must be inspected prior to concealing any of the repairs. Our hours are from 7:OOa.m.- 3:OOp.m. Monday thru Friday,no weekends. If you are unable to meet at those hours special arrangements may be requested and approved depending on the circumstances. Failure to conect the violations and contact me to verify that substantial progress has been made by 5/29/98 will result in a daily citation being issued. I am looking forward to your cooperation, if there are any questions please feel free to call me at 236-5036. Respectfully, �u.�-�--� �� Nicole Krahn � Building Systems Inspector cc: Allyn Dannhoff-Director of Inspection Services �' GODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION �' � DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSIN ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE �:Date 9/29/97 Compliance Date 10/29/97 Compliance No _ __ ____ Address 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Nicole Krahn ---- -- -_ _ Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to �Owner � SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 �Con rac or � - Q� I - - __ nspec or _ _ __ �Reqwrec��r�ccupanc� Occupancy Single family Notice irst econ ina � �t er ` — -- - - -_ - Introduction � pon e roug inspec ion or e porc enc osure, e o owing vio a ions were no e . ' II � � I I � --- ----- -- -___ _� ' Item# � Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 Description en i a ion a ove e cei mg msu a ion s a e provi e . emove e rywa o veri proper ven da�ion - 1 requirements and to verify framing of the skylights. I I � � i � ; �------ - __ 1 Item# 2 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 �. ---- ------- �cription appears� a e ea er or e ron�door�o the en�c�porc area as een no c e an or cu . er�caiton- is required to assure the proper header is used, remove existing drywall so all headers can be seen. 1 I � - ------__ — ---- _ r Item# 3 Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 Description - IS ime e craw space oor eve o e porc as no een insu a e . requires ven i a ion once fhe --- --- � i insulation is placed in that area. i � � � i ' � ; �-__- __-- Item# 4 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 --- - �escriPtion he 6 0�rans ering e roo oacT o e micro am o no ave e proper ang es cu , ere ore s ims are -- required under the angle to give them full bearing. I I I � _ --- --' Item# 5 Code 7-8 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 must be applied for withn 10 days. y g p p p p p I Description ew e ec nca ou e s, i s, an s i s ave�een ace m e orc area wi ou e ro er ermi�. Permi� � � I I � -- -- -I �,,� � _ � �i�p , -- ;h,u,.�.�..x ('� M. � � P�Ige 1 of 2 J C� CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION r � DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSIN ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE �:e Date 9/29/97 Compliance Date 10/29/97 Compliance No Address 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Nicole Krahn • Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to wner SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 --- - -- ��-i - --- —_ __ �'Ofher I -- __ �nsl pecf-o� - --_ _ _ � eqwre or ccupancy Occupancy Single family Notice irst econ ma ther — � Introduction pon e roug inspec ion or e porc enc osure, e o owing vio a ions were no e . —,, i I , � - — _� � L_ Item# 6 Code ILHR 23.02 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 Description very we ing he�ing sys em s a e esigne o mam ain e in oor esign empera ure a ou ood r design i onditions. Distribution systems shall be sized and located accordingly. Heat run extensions will be required, a �� heating permit will be required. � I � I � �I em# 7 Code 21 A2 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/97 ,cription e ro e roo ing ma ena appeare o e improper y as ene as i is curren y ai ing. roper y secure e roofing�, �material as to prevent the roof from leaking. � i' II , � ; � - --- - _- � Summary Ca or a re-inspec io"n when�he correc ions ave een ma e. e s op wor or er s a remainin place unfil all orrections have been made. Additional permits must be applied for within 10 days of receiving this notice, uestions call 236-5036. � � , � DEFICIENCIES MUST BE CORRECTED AND APPROVED BEFORE CONCEALMENT. CALL(414)236-5050 FOR INSPECTION. I Signature �( � �L��/1,�� Date Cj/Z�l�/1 ,,1 ,_ � � _ - ,�,--�,•R.�� v�._.�.s, -- 1�l�'�--�� b�-' .� �� IVI��''� �JC`y`� �'' ^,, ' � ti � Y�� (�`�_ ft�.�°� : v�.�-� ►I`� � C.l.�� w ti `��\� � � �1,`l� C�`�1La�t;C,�z u1� �C� . � � Page 2 of 2 ��cc� d� ��,c,�-C��L� � ��Q ,�-6 � � � . , 2 ��;�,�,►�,�, �� s�� o�, � c�,� � �u � � � �� (� � �� r � � � � � Ciry of Oshkosh � Division of Inspection Services 215 Church Avenue PO Box 1130 OIHKOlH Oshkosh WI 54902-1130 ON 7HE WATER August 10, 1999 SHELDON & KELLY LANGHOFF W4149 HWY NN ELKHORN WI 53121 RE: Letter dated August 4, 1999 This is in response to the letter I received regarding the fence located at 427 W 9`� Ave. I have reviewed the property file and a fence permit was obtained which meets City zoning requirements. At this time the City of Oshkosh has no ordinance which states that the fence has to be constructed with the "good" side to your property. Under current regulations the privacy fence is allowed to be placed on the lotline. The City of Oshkosh also in no way can verify the location of the fence other than to go by the site plan submitted. It would appear that this is a civil matter that would have to be resolved between yourself and your � neighbor. If you have any further questions regarding City of Oshkosh regulations feel free to contact me at 236-5036. Respectfully, t�(� � �� Nicole Krahn Building Inspector cc: Allyn Dannhoff- Director of Inspection Services � ti • CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION � DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSIN ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE �.. Issue Date 09/29/1997 Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Compliance No Address 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Nicole Krahn Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to ✓ Owner SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 ntractor . Other SHELDON&KELLY LANGHOFF W4149 HWY NN ELKHORN WI 53121 - Inspector ✓ Required for Occupancy Occupancy Single family Notice First 0 Second � Final 0 Other Introduction Upon the rough inspection for the porch enclosure, the following violations were noted. PLEASE CONTACT THIS FFICE BY 2/4/2000 TO APPLY FOR THE REQUIRED PERMITS-CITATIONS ARE BEING REQUESTED. Item# 1 Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description entilation above the ceiling insulation shall be provided. Remove the drywall to verify proper ventilation requirements and to verify framing of the skylights. �# 2 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 `b�scription It appears that the header for the front door to the enclosed porch area has been notched and/or cut. Verificaiton is required to assure the proper header is used, remove existing drywall so all headers can be seen. Item# 3 Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description t this time the crawlspace/floor level of the porch has not been insulated. It requires ventilation once the insulation is placed in that area. Item# 4 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description he blocks transfering the roof load to the microlam do not have the proper angles cut, therefore shims are required under the angle to give them full bearing. Item# 5 Code 7-8 Compliance No Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description New electrical outlets, lights, and skylights have been place in the porch area without the proper permits. Permits must be applied for within 10 days. � Page 1 of 2 � � CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION � DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSIN ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE � Issue Date 09/29/1997 Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Compliance No Address 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Nicole Krahn Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to ✓ Owner SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 Contractor _ Other SHELDON&KELLY LANGHOFF W4149 HWY NN ELKHORN WI 53121 - Inspector ✓ Required for Occupancy Occupancy Single family Notice First Second � Final Other Introduction Upon the rough inspection for the porch enclosure, the following violations were noted. PLEASE CONTACT THIS FFICE BY 2/4/2000 TO APPLY FOR THE REQUIRED PERMITS- CITATIONS ARE BEING REQUESTED. Item# 6 Code ILHR 23.02 Compliance Not Checked Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description Every dwelling heating system shall be designed to maintain the indoor design temperature at outdoor design onditions. Distribution systems shall be sized and located accordingiy. Heat run extensions will be required, a heating permit will be required. �ro# 7 Code 21.02 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 cription he rolled roofing material appeared to be improperly fastened as it is currently failing. Properly secure the roofing material as to prevent the roof from leaking. Summary all for a re-inspection when the corrections have been made. The stop work order shall remain in place until all orrections have been made. Additional permits must be applied for within 10 days of receiving this notice, uestions call 236-5036. DEFICIENCIES MUST BE CORRECTED AND APPROVED BEFORE CONCEALMENT. CALL(414)236-5050 FOR INSPECTION. Signature ��' Date � � ��Z� � Page 2 of 2 , . . ' �1 CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION �� DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSW ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE Issue Date 09/29/1997 Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Compliance Yes Address 431 W 9TH AVE Inspected By Nicole Krahn Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to ✓ Owner SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 Contractor _ . Other SHELDON&KELLY LANGHOFF W4149 HWY NN ELKHORN WI 53121 -_ Inspector ✓ Required for Occupancy Occupancy Single family Notice First Second Final Other Introduction Upon the rough inspection for the porch enclosure, the following violations were noted. PLEASE CONTACT THIS FFICE BY 2/4/2000 TO APPLY FOR THE REQUIRED PERMITS-CITATIONS ARE BEING REQUESTED. Item# 1 Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description entilation above the ceiling insulation shall be provided. Remove the drywall to verify proper ventilation equirements and to verify framing of the skylights. Item# 2 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description It appears that the header for the front door to the enclosed porch area has been notched and/or cut. Verificaiton is required to assure the proper header is used, remove existing drywall so all headers can be seen. Item# 3 Code ILHR 22.05 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description t this time the crawlspace/floor level of the porch has not been insulated. It requires ventilation once the 'nsulation is placed in that area. Item# 4 Code ILHR 21.02 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 �escription he blocks transfering the roof load to the microlam do not have the proper angles cut,therefore shims are equired under the angle to give them full bearing. Item# 5 Code 7-8 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description New electrical outlets, lights, and skylights have been place in the porch area without the proper permits. Permits ust be applied for within 10 days. Page 1 of 2 � �1 CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION �� DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OSHKOSH CITY OF OSHKOSH,WISCONSIN ON THE WATER CORRECTION NOTICE Issue Date 09/29/1997 Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Compliance Yes : Address 431 W 9TH AVE inspected By Nicole Krahn Name Address City State Zip Code Sent to ✓ Owner SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF 431 W 9TH AVE OSHKOSH WI 54901 -6466 Contractor _ __ Other SHELDON&KELLY LANGHOFF W4149 HWY NN ELKHORN WI 53121 -_ I nspector ✓ Required for Occupancy Occupancy Single family Notice First Second Final Other Introduction Upon the rough inspection for the porch enclosure,the following violations were noted. PLEASE CONTACT THIS FFICE BY 2/4/2000 TO APPLY FOR THE REQUIRED PERMITS-CITATIONS ARE BEING REQUESTED. Item# 6 Code ILHR 23.02 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 Description Every dwelling heating system shall be designed to maintain the indoor design temperature at outdoor design onditions. Distribution systems shall be sized and located accordingly. Heat run extensions will be required, a eating permit will be required. Item# 7 Code 21.02 Compliance Yes Compliance Date 10/29/1997 . Description he rolled roofing material appeared to be improperly fastened as it is currently failing. Properly secure the roofing aterial as to prevent the roof from leaking. Summary all for a re-inspection when the corrections have been made. The stop work order shall remain in place until all orrections have been made. Additional permits must be applied for within 10 days of receiving this notice, uestions call 236-5036. DEFICIENCIES MUST BE CORRECTED AND APPROVED BEFORE CONCEALMENT. CALL(920)236-5050 FOR INSPECTION. Signature ��,�' Date �l�l� Page 2 of 2 l � � • from the home office of.• R E � �.:� LANGHOFF CE �V W4149 Hwy. NN �A N 3 i 20Gv Elkhorn, �sconsin 53121 DEPARTMENT OF January 26, 200o COMMUNITY DEVFLOPME�iT Ms. Nicole Krahn, Building Inspector City of Oshkosh 215 Church Ave., P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54902-1130 Ms. Krahn: This is in regards to the notice which you sent us stating we were in non-compliance of applying for an electrical permit for remodeling to our home back in 1997 (2 1/2 years ago}. As we are a bit confused and surprised to receive this notice, we can't help but wonder if your records are showing you a clerical error. As we recall, you made us do quite a bit of work in order for our reconstruction to pass your approval. On the final day of inspection, after we tore down a wall, we were told the house did pass on your and your offices' approval and that all we had yet to do was bring $10.00 into the Building Inspector's office to pay for the electrical permit. This was done immediately as we wanted no more problems with this job. We were not given the actual electrical permit because the job was already done, but the $10.00 was collected by your office and paid in full. Now,to locate the paperwork reflecting this will take quite sometime as we have moved twice since this construction was completed and many files are in storage, if not misplaced and keeping in mind this was appro�mately 2 '/2 years ago. Further, it would appear after checking our records, that we paid for the same building pernut twice on our home. The first pernut was paid for by us on 9/25/97. Prior to beginning the roof, we contacted your office in questioning if the roof permit was covered under the original building permit we purchased on 9/25/97. On April 14, 1998, we received a letter from you stating that the roof pernut is included with the porch remodeling permit. On May 27, 1998, Hickey Roofing was told by your office that he needed another building permit for the roof. He purchased one of which was reflected as an incurred charge on our bill from him,thus we had to pay for it again. Why did your oi�ice issue another permit when one was already in force for the same reason? Rightfully, we should have a credit coming on this oversight. This paperwork I do have and is available for your review, if necessary. Please respond via writing to our above home address. Sincerely, �� Sheldon and Kel I,��i,off ,� � . . � City of Oshkosh � Division of Inspection Services 215 Church Avenue PO Box 1130 OlHKQ�H Oshkosh WI 54902-1130 ON THE WATER January 31, 2000 SHELDON&KELLY LANGHOFF W4149 HWY NN ELKHORN WI 53121 RE: Letter dated January 26, 2000 : This is in response to the letter I received regarding the required electrical permit for 431 W 9th Ave. I have reviewed the property file and an electrical permit has never been obtained. The property file contains a late permit for the front porch remodel and a permit from Hickey roofing for a partial re-roof. Your letter states that you paid $10.00 for the electrical permit,which would have been obtained around June of 1998. Our office does not have any paperwork showing that you paid for the permit and there is no electrical permit issued for this address. I would ask you to bring in the receipt or canceled check far the permit or apply for the required electrical permit within the next 10 days. Respectfully, : �� Nicole Krahn Building Inspector cc: Allyn Dannhoff-Director of Inspection Services • , . . � r rom the home o tce o : �� I�� f ff f I,ANGHOFF W4149 Hwy. NN �E`i 0 �T 'l!'i'� Elkharn, Wisconsin 53121 pEPARTMENT OF February 2, 200o COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Ms. Nicole Krahn, Building Inspector City of Oshkosh 215 Church Ave., P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54902-1130 Ms. Krahn: In response to your letter of January 31, 2000, it wauld appear that you have chosen to not acknowledge the fact we paid twice for a pernut that was needed on our home. Nor, does it appear you will not reimburse us for this. Further, it is sad that the City of Oshkosh, and yourself, choose to harrass us over a $10 electrical permit, of which you well know we did pay for because of all of the headaches and stresses you imposed on us for our home, and find it convenient to do so 2 years later. As we stated in our letter to you, our records are in storage. We will not be able to recover these records within 10 days as you have so demanded. You have conveniently left us no alternative, but to once " again, give in to the City and yourself. The $10.00 you so desperately need will be mailed to you once we receive the application ' for the electrical permit. We would hope that you could at least compromise yourself in ma.iling it to us as we have no other means to obtain this application, once again. While this is NOT an admittance to having not paid as requested in 1998, it is more of a mature jesture in not participating in the political games and the position of"Building Inspector" that you hold and use to your highest advantage. It is not a position many would be pro�ad to have. Sincerely, �, �� , �� Sheldon and Kelly Langhoff . . � . RE rom the home o fice of.• C� �� f f I.ANG�OFF W4149 Hwy. NN F F'_3 1 �, C l't.U Elkhorn, �sconsin 5312.t D�P�RTMc►�T OE February2, 2000 COf�MUN�jY D�'V�LOP�IENT Ms. Nicole Krahn, Building Inspector City of Oshkosh 215 Church Ave., P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54902-1130 Ms. Krahn: In response to your letter of January 31, 2000, it would appear that you have chosen to nat acknowledge the fact we paid twice for a permit that was needed on our home. Nor, does it appear you will not reimburse us for this. Further, it is sad that the City of Oshkosh, and yourself, choose to harrass us over a$10 electrical permit, of which you . well know we did pay for because of a.�l of the headaches and stresses you imposed on us for our home, and find it convenient to do so 2 years later. As we stated in our letter to you, our records are in storage. We will not be able to recover these recards within 10 days as you have so demanded. You have conveniently left us no alternative, but to once again, give in to the City and yourself. The $10.00 you so desperately need will be mailed to you once we receive the application for the electrical permit. We would hope that you could at least compromise yourself in mailing it to us as we have no other means to obtain this app&cation, once again. While this is NOT an admittance to having not paid as requested in 1998, it is more of a mature jesture in not participating in the political games and the position of"Building Inspector" that you hold and use to your highest advantage. It is nat a position many would be proud to have. Sincerel , �a- � Sheldon and Kel Lan ff **1 st original letter sent via regular first class mail, 2115/00, no response received. **2nd copy of letter with notation sent certifi�mail, #Z 531 380 880, 2/15/00. � . • . . � Ciry of Oshkosh � Division of Inspection Services 215 Church Avrnue PO Box1130 O �, „,^ '� Oshkosh WI 54902-1130 J HI�..Z/ ON THE WATEF February 16,2000 SHELDON&KELLY LANGHOFF W4149 HWY NN ELKHORN WI 53121 ' ; RE: Letter dated February 2,2000 I would first like to respond to your letter by stating that I have not chosen to neglect the fact that you feel you have paid twice for a pernut on your home. In fact, I have researched your property file,as stated in the previous letter, and the file only contains a late pernut for the front porch remodel and a pemut from Hickey roofing for a partial re-roof. I would invite you to come and review your property file and/or provide copies of the alleged permits that were issued twice so we can provide a refund for the duplicate permit. I would also like to state it is unfortunate that you feel the City of Oshkosh is harassing you over the requirement to obtain an electrical permit. I first contacted you with the correction notice dated 9/29/97 stating an electrical permit ' � was required for the porch remodel that was started prior to obtaining the required building pemut. It should also be noted that I allowed you an extension on 10/26/97 when you called to state you were having financial trouble and needed more rime to comply. The workcard for the electrical permit was created on 1/25/1998,which has never been obtained. Unfortunately,our office does not have the staff or the time to follow up on all correction notices on a timely matter. This however does not dispute the fact that the electrical permit is required. Upon your request I am sending a copy of the electrical workcard with the amount due noted on the"Notice of Payment Due". The original fee(which was$15.00)has been doubled due to the fact that the permit has never been obtained since it was first created on 1/25/1998. =""a" -�' �I would advise you to make an appointment with our electrical inspector,Kevin Benner 236-5046,to schedule an appointment so the electrical work can be inspected. I would also like to inform you that the dwelling must comply with the Minimum Housing Code due to the residence being used as a rental. I have enclosed a copy of the Minimum Housing Code for your information. I would hope that you could see that our department provides a service to the community in ensuring tenants and homeowners are provided with safe housing. State and local building code requirements are established to provide safety to the community. It is unfortunate that you feel that this is just a"political game". I do take my job seriously and the City requires electrical permits for obvious reasons such as ensuring occupants safety. If you have questions regarding this letter or the need to obtain electrical permits you can contact Allyn Dannhoff or myself at 236-5050. - � - - Respectfully, IJ�C.l��. Nicole Krahn Building Inspector � cc: Allyn Dannhoff-Director of Inspection Services Electric Permit Work Card • • � ;�•�` Jd�i Address 431 W 9TH AVE Permit Number 0000000 Create Date 01/25/1998 � Owner SHELDON W/KELLY LANGHOFF Contractor HOMEOWNER Category 612-Residential-Single Family Addition/R Service New � Change Q Temp Type � Overhead � Underground � Volts Switches Neon Sign Neon# �Ps Fixtures Neon Transformers# Circuits Receptacles Value $150.00 Appliances Use/Nature TE PERMIT/REMODEL FRONT PORCH INTO LIVING SPACE-Switches and ouUets. of Work + Inspections: Date 00/00/0000 Type Inspector Approved Pleaae fill in the high-lighted missing Intormation and retur�� /', NOTICE OF PAYMENT D �, UE ; � oNTH DATE: 02//�oI� � � A N DU • ? '� C��c� �-t��F�L,� Please review the enclosed work cards for accuracy and send a check ' amount due within 30 days from the date posted on this notice. If a Payable to the City of Oshkosh for the frame the fees will automatically be doubled. Please note: comp et�t is not received witiiin that time faxed, or mailed in prior to starting the job. The permits must be aid fa�ation for jobs is to be calied, work. P w�thin 30 days from commencing Send Checks to: City of Oshkosh - -_ — Division of Inspection Services 21 S Church Ave, P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54902-1130 NOTE: If you are not responsible for a job we have listed to your com have listed, please indicate such on that work card, deduct the fees from�e or have not started a job that we return it to our office with your payment. If you have any questions feel freet oc ontact�d 5050. our office at(920)-236-