HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-05-26 OPH Ltr to Homeowner Re 2009-00232 CITY 010
OAK PARK HEIGHTS
14168 Oak Park Boulevard No. • P.O. Box 2007 • Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 -2007 • Phone: 651/439 -4439 Fax: 651/439 -0574
May 26, 2010
Mr. David Carr S�
14787 N. 5-7 t<
Oak Park Heights, MN. 55082
Ref: Permit # 2009 -00232 for the construction of a retaining wall
Dear David,
I stopped by a few weeks ago to see how your project was progressing and spoke with your
son, who informed me of your progress and future design plans for your back yard. It sounds
like you have a good plan, but I am concerned about the run off of rainwater should we have
some heavy rain storms. I ask that you please address this issue as soon as possible to prevent
any erosion and the possibility of silt run off into your neighbors' yards. In addition, please
remove the brush and other yard debris from the site.
I also notice a chimney penetrating through the garage roof that serves to vent a wood burning
stove. Please be advised that this is a violation of the State Mechanical Code that states no
solid fuel- burning appliances shall be located in a hazardous location, and it is a violation of the
State Fire Code that states that a person shall not utilize an open flame in a structure where
highly flammable materials are stored. The stove and chimney must be disconnected and
removed from the garage.
If you have any questions regarding these issues, please contact me at 651 - 275 -9590.
Thank ou,
im Butler
' CC: Eric Johnson, City Administrator
Julie Hultman, Planning and Code Enforcement Officer
Tree City U.S.A.