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CHUMVISTA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS & ADVISORS
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
December 10, 2018
5:15 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
Conference Room 137
Public Service Bldg `B"
276 Fourth Ave., Chula Vista
ROLL CALL: Chair Doria Committee Members: Combs, Sanfilippo, and Sclafani
CONSENT CALENDAR
The Board/Commission will enact the Consent Calendar staff recommendations by one
motion, without discussion, unless a Board/Commission Member, a member of the public, or
staff requests that an item be removed for discussion. If you wish to speak on one of these
items, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the Secretary prior to the
meeting. Items pulled from the Consent Calendar will be discussed immediately following
the Consent Calendar.
1. Approval of Minutes: October 8, 2018
Staff recommendation: Board approves the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Persons speaking during Public Comments may address the Board/Commission on any
subject matter within the Board/Commission',s jurisdiction that is not listed as an item on the
agenda. State law generally prohibits the Board/Commission from discussing or taking
action on any issue not included on the agenda, but, if appropriate, the Board/Commission
may schedule the topic for future discussion or refer the matter to staff. Comments are
limited to three minutes.
ACTION ITEMS
The Items) listed in this section of the agenda will be considered individually by the
Board/Commission and are expected to elicit discussion and deliberation. If you wish to
speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the Secretary
prior to the meeting.
2. Consideration of the Findings and Decision on the Appeal of a Notice and Order to
Vacate, 3149 Main Street, Chula Vista, California, as an Unsafe Building and a Public
Nuisance, which the Board denied on October 8, 2018 and upheld the Building Official's
recommendation; if approved, directing Chair Tose Doria to execute same.
OTHER BUSINESS
3. STAFF COMMENTS
4. CHAIR'S COMMENTS
5. COMMISSIONERS'/BOARD MEMBERS' COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT to the regular meeting on January 14, 2019 in Development Services
Conference Room 137 Chula Vista, California.
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agenda are available for public review in the Public Service Bldg A Front Counter Reception
area, during normal business hours.
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Item I
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF APPEALS & ADVISORS
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
October 8, 2018
5:05 p.m.
A Regular Meeting of the Board of Appeals & Advisors of the City of Chula Vista was called to
order at 5:05 p.m, in Conference Room 137, located at Public Service Bldg `B", Chula Vista,
California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Chair Sanfilippo, Combs, Doris and Sclafani
ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: Lou EI-Khazen, Building Official, Michael Bruce, Code
Enforcement Officer, Justin Gipson, Fire Marshal, Carol Trujillo,
Deputy City Attorney, Megan McClurg, Deputy City Attorney,
Steve Mattis, Attorney for property owner Nozad Shaba, and
Secretary Rice
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Approval of Minutes: April 9, 2018
Staff recommendation: Board approves the minutes.
ACTION: Member Doria moved to approve staffs recommendations and offered Consent
Calendar Item 1. Member Combs seconded the motion, and it carried 4-0.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
There were none.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
ACTION ITEMS
2. Elect new Chair and Vice Chair for fiscal year 2018/19
Staff recommendation: Board elect new Chair and Vice Chair
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Building Official, Lou El-Khazen, noted there were two new members Jim Combs and
Anthony Sclafani joining the board he welcomed them and looked forward to working
with them.
The board discussed election of new officers. It was noted that Chair Sanfilipo had
termed out but had stayed on the board until new members were inducted. Jose Doria
accepted the position of Chair and member Jim Combs accepted as Vice Chair.
ACTION: Member Doria made a motion to elect himself as Chair and Jim Combs as Vice
Chair. Member Sanfilippo seconded the motion and it carried unanimously 4-0.
Carol Trujillo, Deputy City Attorney, presented to Chair Doria a script outlining the
protocol and procedures for the hearing on the Appeal of a Notice and Order to Vacate,
for 3149 Main Street that the Chair reviewed and implemented.
3. Appeal a Notice and Order to Vacate: 3149 Main Street, Chula Vista
As summarized in the staff report, Building Official, Lou El-Khazen stated the "Chula
Vista Fire House" is an illegal marijuana business located at 3149 Main Street. The
illegal business contains unpermitted construction alterations including but not limited to
interior walls, electrical, doorways, and an unpermitted change of use resulting in an
unsafe building as it is improperly occupied, has inadequate egress, is a potential fire
hazard, is being maintained as a public nuisance, and is otherwise dangerous to human
life. For over a year, staff has been taking enforcement action against the business and
property owner to stop the illegal business and restore the property to its original status.
The business and property owner ignored the many legal notices issued to them and
continue to operate with disregard to local and State rules and regulations. The City
issued a Notice and Order to Vacate which is appealed to the Board.
Staff went over the local and state regulations that were outlined in the staff report and
relevant to the case. Chula Vista Municipal Code (CVMC) 1.30.040 states: whenever a
public nuisance is declared; it may be abated in accordance with the municipal code.
Chula Vista's Municipal code clearly requires that all tenant improvements that are done
on buildings within the City of Chula Vista be subject to the permitting processesas well
as inspections under CVMC 1506.080 and permits CVMC 1506.100. Tenant
improvements must be inspected and approved by the city's building inspectors and city
fire officials. Mr. EI-Khazen noted the tenant improvement has not been permitted by the
City of Chula Vista and cannot be permitted by the City of Chula Vista because of the
illegal use of the facility as a marijuana business.
Staff recommendation: That the Board of Appeals and Advisors deny the property
owner's appeal of the Notice and Order to Vacate and uphold the Building Officials and
Fire Marshal's determination that the building 3149 Main Street is improperly occupied,
is unsafe, and is being maintained as a public nuisance as an unlawful marijuana
business.
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Attorney Steve Mattis, (343 E. Main Street, Ste, 202, EI Cajon, CA 92020) representing
the property owner (Nozad Shaba, 608 Sandra Lane, EI Cajon, CA 92019), who was not
present, stated he had been retained by his client today, October 8, 2018. The tenants had
vacated the building as of yesterday October 7, 2018. His client was not involved in the
business. Mr. Mattia stated he had visited the property today at approximately 3:30 p.m.
Some photos had been taken which showed the building had been vacated and that the
unpermitted structural improvements were still there. It was the intent of his client to
bring it into compliance remove the illegal improvements and work with code
enforcement and the building department to get the necessary permits for demolition to
bring the building back to the way it used to be. At this time, the client had no plans for a
new tenant; however, in the future they would want to lease it for a lawful use.
Attorney Mania petitioned the hoard to continue the hearing to allow him time to work
with his client and staff so they could get all the necessary information concerning the
violations and permitting process.
Upon conclusion of Mr. EI-Khazen's staff report and Fire Marshal, Justin Gipson's
response to the board's questions concerning inadequate egress, as it pertained to
electronic door lock mechanisms, and further deliberation of the case history on 3149
Main Street, and the issues concerning illegal operation of the business, illegal tenant
improvements of partitions, walls, electrical, doorways the Board of Appeals & Advisors
concurred with staffs recommendation to deny the property owner's appeal of the Notice
and Order to Vacate.
Mr. Maria asked city attorney McClurg for clarification of what upholding the denial of
appeal meant for his client. Ms. McClurg explained if the Notice to Vacate is upheld, as
is, it was a valid determination when it was posted. She wouldn't be able to elaborate
any further because they cannot provide legal advice to his client on how to interpret the
Notice to Vacate.
ACTION: Chair Doria made a motion to deny the property owner's Appeal of the
Notice and Order to Vacate and uphold the Building Official's and Fire
Marshal's determination that the building at 3149 Main Street is
improperly occupied, is unsafe, and is being maintained as a public
nuisance as an unlawful marijuana business. Vice Chair Combs seconded
the motion and it carried unanimously 4-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
4. STAFF COMMENTS -
Mr. El-Khazen gave an update on some of the projects that are being worked on which
included the Chula Vista Bay Front Resort Hotel and Convention Center, Millenia,
Villages 2, 3 and 8 and university site. The high volume of construction is constant with
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many promising projects on the horizon. Along with these types of project, staff
anticipates alternate methods of material request, code interpretation (if there is an issue)
that may be reviewed by the board for their input.
5. CHAIR'S COMMENTS -None
6. COMMISSIONERS'/BOARD MEMBERS' COMMENTS- None
There was discussion about the next meeting and whether it would be a Special Meeting.
Mr. El-Khazen asked for clarification. It was suggested by City Attorney Trujillo, that
the Board of Appeals & Advisors direct the city attorney's office to prepare a written
decision based on the testimony and have the board meet again and review that decision
to validate it and adopt it. This could wait until their next regular scheduled meeting
(November 12, 2018), or they could hold a Special Meeting which requires 24-hour
notice. This could happen as soon as Thursday, October 11, 2018. Chair Dorm
questioned the urgency. Ms. Trujillo explained any time a board makes a decision the
appellant can decide to appeal it. They wanted to make sure in terms of due process they
were giving the appellant an opportunity to do that. After more deliberation, the board
decided to stay with their regular scheduled meeting of November 12, 2018.
ADJOURNMENT
At 6:15 p.m., Chair Doria adjourned the meeting to the next Regular Meeting on November 12,
2018 at 5:15 p.m. in Conference Room 137 located at Public Service Bldg `B", 276 Fourth
Avenue, Chula Vista, California.
Rosemarie Rice, Secretary
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Item 2
IN THE MATTER BEFORE THE BOARD OF APPEALS & ADVISORS
OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA,
FINDINGS AND DECISION
ON THE APPEAL OF A NOTICE AND ORDER TO VACATE, 3149 MAIN
STREET, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, AS AN UNSAFE BUILDING AND A
PUBLIC NUISANCE
The above entitled Appeal of a Notice and Order to Vacate 3149 Main Street, Chula Vista,
California, was heard on October 8, 2018. The allegations were that the building was unsafe because
of inadequate egress, was a potential fire hazard, was being maintained as a public nuisance as an
unlawful marijuana business and was otherwise dangerous to human life, in violation of several
provisions of the Chula Vista Municipal Code. The matter was heard by the Board of Appeals &
Advisors of the City of Chula Vista ("Board") at its regular meeting, which is open to the public. The
property owner, Nozad Shaba of Property Matters, LLC ("Appellant") was not present. His
representative, Attorney Steve S. Mattis, was present. Also present were Rosemarie Rice, Secretary
to the Board, and Carol A. Trujillo, Deputy City Attorney, serving as advisor to the Board. Lou El-
Khazen, Building Official/Code Enforcement Manager represented the Code Enforcement Unit of
the Development Services Department, City of Chula Vista ("City"). Mr. El-Khazen was
accompanied by Justin Bruce, Code Enforcement Officer; Justin Gipson, Fire Division Chief/Fire
Marshall; and Deputy City Attorney Megan McClurg, advisor to the Code Enforcement Unit. The
matter was recorded via an audio recording device, including the testimony of witnesses. All of
Appellant's and City's exhibits were admitted into evidence, without objection by either party, and a
list of said exhibits is attached to this Findings and Decision. The Board took judicial notice of the
City of Chula Vista Charter and Municipal Code.
Having heard and considered all of the evidence and testimony, the Board finds based on a
preponderance of the evidence as follows: '
1. Chula Vista Municipal Code (CVMC) 15.06.075.A, Unlawful Acts, states: "Unlawful Acts.
It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, alter, extend, repair, move, remove,
demolish or occupy any building, structure or equipment regulated by this chapter and the
technical codes, or cause same to be done, in conflict with or in violation of any of the
provisions of this chapter and the technical codes (the state building codes adopted by City)."
Z. CVMC 15.06.060.E, Powers and Duties of the Building Official, states: "Occupancy
Violations." When a building or structure or building service equipment regulated by this
chapter and the technical codes is being used contrary to the provisions of this chapter and
the technical codes, the Building Official may order such use discontinued by written notice
served on any person causing such use to be continued. Suchperson shall discontinue the use
within the time prescribed by the Building Official after receipt of such notice to make the
structure or portion thereof comply with the requirements of this chapter and technical
codes."
3. CVMC 15.06.115.A, Certificate of Occupancy, states: "Use or Occupancy. Buildings or
structures shall not be used or occupied nor shall a change in the existing occupancy
classification of a building or structure or portion thereof be made until the Building Official
has issued a certificate of occupancy."
4. CMVC 15.06.065.D, Unsafe Buildings, states: "Unsafe buildings, structures or appendages
and building service equipment are public nuisance and shall be abated by repair,
rehabilitation, demolition or removal in accordance with the procedures set forth in Chapter
15.18 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code." CVMC Chapter 15.18 is the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings Code.
5. CVMC 15.06.075.B, Notice of Violation, states: "Notice of Violation. The Building Official
is authorized to serve a notice of violation or order on the person responsible for the erection,
construction, alteration, extension, repair, moving, removal, demolition or occupancy of a
building or structure in violation of the provisions of this chapter and the technical building
codes, or in violation of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this chapter or
the technical codes. Such notice of violation or order shall direct the discontinuation of the
illegal action or condition and the abatement of the violation."
6. CVMC 15.06.075.13, Violation Penalties, states: "Violation Penalties. Any person who
violates a provision of this chapter or the technical codes or fails to comply with any of the
requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in
violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the Building Official, or of a
permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this chapter and the technical codes, shall
be subject to the penalties as prescribed by law."
7. California Civil Code section 3491 authorizes abatement as a remedy against a public
nuisance. Section 3494 of the Civil Code authorizes a public body or officer to abate public
nuisance.
8. CVMC 5.66.020.A, Commercial Marijuana Activity Prohibited, states: "Commercial
marijuana activity is prohibited in the City of Chula Vista, and no person or association of
persons, however formed, shall operate, perform, participate in or locate a commercial
marijuana activity in the City. The City shall not issue, approve, or gran any permit, license
or other entitlement for the establishment or operation of commercial activity in the City of
Chula Vista."
9. CVMC section 5.66.040, Public Nuisance— Penalties, states: "Any use or condition caused
or permitted to exist in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be, and is
hereby declared, a public nuisance, which may be abated by the City pursuant to the
procedures set forth in this code, and be subject to any associated civil or criminal remedies,
including but not limited to injunctive relief, except to the extend expressly and validly
preempted by state or federal law.,'
10. On August 29, 2018, City issued Appellant a Notice and Order to Vacate for 3149 Main
Street, Chula Vista, alleging: impermitted construction and alterations; unsafe building;
inadequate egress; potential fire hazard; being maintained as a public nuisance as an unlawful
marijuana business; and otherwise dangerous to life.
11. On September 6, 2018, Appellant filed a timely appeal with the Board of Appeals &
Advisors, denying the allegations and asking that the Notice and Order to Vacate be reversed.
12. Appellant owns 3149 Main Street, a commercial building that operated as the Chula Vista
Firehouse from early 2017 to October 2018, in Chula Vista, California.
13. The Chula Vista Firehouse is an illegal marijuana dispensary engaged in prohibited
commercial marijuana activity based on the following evidence: advertising; signage;
interior d6cor; marijuana for sale in display cases in an interior portion of the building seen
and smelled by staff; undercover purchases of marijuana at the business by Chula Vista
Police Department officers; security measures in the building consistent with commercial
marijuana sales such as an electromagnetic lock on an interior door and staff allowing only
marijuana customers beyond the locked door; and glass display cabinets visible in photos
provided by Appellant. Additionally, it operated as an illegal commercial marijuana business
at 1445 Third Avenue before moving to 3149 Main Street. Based on the foregoing, on the
dates noted in the City's numerous violation notices and the Notice and Order to Vacate,
Appellant allowed the operation, performance, participation in and location of an illegal
commercial marijuana activity at 3149 Main Street in the City of Chula Vista.
14. Because it operated in violation of CVMC 5.66.020, the building at 3169 Main Street is a
public nuisance pursuant to CVMC section 5.66.040, which may be abated as provided by
the Chula Vista Municipal Code and state law.
15. Appellant was aware that illegal commercial marijuana activity operated, was performed and
was located on his property because Appellant received numerous notices of violation of
CVMC 5.66.020 from 2017 to August 2018.
16. Based on staff observation, the building had unpermitted interior walls, doors and electrical
work. Justin Gipson, Fire Division Chief/Fire Marshall, testified that the electromagnetic
door was inadequate egress, a potential fire hazard and danger to human life because it was
installed without the required permit or inspection. Therefore, it could not be demonstrated
that the interior door with an electromagnetic lock could be opened during a fire. Thus it had
the potential to trap people inside. A Fire Safety Inspection Report concluded that the
construction at the building was completed without required permits and that the building
was to be returned to its original state by removing the interior walls, door and electrical
work.
17. Mr. EI-Khazen testified that by staff could not issue permits for the walls, door and electrical
work retroactively, because such permitting was expressly prohibited for illegal marijuana
businesses pursuant to CVMC 5.66.020.
18. Appellant did not dispute that 3149 Main operated as illegal commercial marijuana activity
in violation of CVMC 5.66.020 or that, as such, it is a public nuisance, in violation of CVMC
5.66.040. According to Mr. Mattis, who said he was hired the day of the hearing to represent
Appellant at the hearing, the tenant operated the illegal commercial marijuana activity at
Appellant's property and was responsible for unpermitted improvements at the property. Mr.
Mania testified that the tenant had moved out recently. Mr. Mania introduced into evidence
five (5) color photographs he stated he had taken earlier in the day of the hearing. The
photographs showed the interior sales room, which was off the lobby and secured by the door
with electromagnetic lock. The sales room was vacant with empty display cases.
19. Appellant, in his written appeal application form, denied that the building was improperly
occupied, had inadequate egress, was a potential fire hazard and was dangerous to human
life. Appellant alleged that the building was not unsafe as it confirmed to all state and local
building code requirements and that a fire inspection had been done that confirmed there
were no issues as to the building being a fire hazard, no danger to the public.
20. When questioned about the Appellant's alleged fire inspection, Mr. Mattia stated that he was
not involved in filling out the appeal form and could not provide additional information.
21. In light of paragraphs 19 and 20 and the record, Appellant did not provide any evidence to
support his denials that the building was improperly occupied, had inadequate egress, was a
potential fire hazard and was dangerous to human life. Appellant also did not provide any
evidence to support his claim that the building was not unsafe, on the ground it conformed to
all state and local building code requirements, or that a fire inspection had been done that
concluded there were no issues as to the building being a fire hazard, no danger to the public.
22. Mr. Mattia stated Appellant desired to cooperate with City staff to remedy the violations,
such as obtaining permits to demolish the unpermitted tenant improvements and returning the
building to the condition it was in before the unpermitted tenant alterations. City staff stated
they would assist Appellant in obtaining demolition permits.
Based on the foregoing, the Appellant's Appeal is DENIED, and the Notice and Order to Vacate is
UPHELD. The appeal fee will be added to the City's costs of abatement/ vacation, which will be
billed to Appellant or levied and assessed against the property as a special assessment lien. Pursuant
to CVMC section 1.40.020.1-1, unless and until a timely request for judicial review is filed,
enforcement of the final decision may proceed in due course.
Notice Pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6
Notice is hereby provided that Appellant may appeal this decision by filing an appeal in the San
Diego Superior Court pursuant to Government Code section 53069.4(b)(1) on or before the 9011
day after this decision is served. This decision is deemed served on the date noted in the attached
Certificate of Mailing/Proof of Service.
EN
Date:
Jose Doria
Chair
Board of Appeals & Advisors
Attachments:
1. Exhibits List
2, Certificate of Mailing/Proof of Service
Exhibits List
1. City's Hearing Package for Item 3, Appeal of a Notice and Order to Vacate, 3149
Main Street
Six (6) color photographs of interior of 3149 Main Street, the sales room behind
door secured by an electromagnetic lock, taken on October 8, 2018 by Attorney
Steve S. Martin (showing vacant interior, empty display cases)
BEFORE THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
In the Matter of: )
Property Matters LLC's Appeal of the Notice ) CERTIFICATE OF MAILING/
and Order to Vacate 3149 Main Street, Chula ) PROOF OF SERVICE
Vista, California )
Hearing Officer: Board of Appeals & Advisors
Hearing Date: 10-08-2018
Hearing Location: 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula
Vista, CA
CERTIFICATE OF MAILING/PROOF OF SERVICE
I, the undersigned, certify and declare that I am a citizen of the United States, over the age of 18
years, employed in the County of San Diego, State of California, and not a party to the above -
entitled cause. On (date) I served by mail a copy of
FINDINGS AND DECISION ON THE APPEAL OF A NOTICE AND ORDER TO VACATE,
3149 MAIN STREET, CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA, AS AN UNSAFE BUILDING AND A
PUBLIC NUISANCE in the above entitled case on the following:
Property Matters, LLC
c/o Nozad Shaba
608 Sandra Lane
EI Cajon, CA 92019
I declare under penalty of perjury of the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.
DATED:
Rosemarie Rice
Secretary, Building Division
City of Chula Vista
Exhibit 1
Board of Appeals and Advisors
Meeting Date: 10-08-18
Subject: Appeal a Notice and Order to Vacate; 3149 Main Sl.
Submitted 8y: Lou EI-Khazen, Building Official/Code Enforcement Manager
Justin Gipson, Fire Division Chief/Fire Marshal
SUMMARY
The "Chula Vista Fire House" is an illegal marijuana business located at 3149 Main Street. The
illegal business contains unpermitted construction alterations including but not limited to interior
walls, electrical, doorways, and an unpermitted change of use resulting in an unsafe building as it
is improperly occupied, has inadequate egress, is a potential fire hazard, is being maintained as a
public nuisance, and is otherwise dangerous to human life. For over a year, staff has been taking
enforcement action against the business and property owner to stop the illegal business and
restore the property to its original status. The business and property owner ignored the many
legal notices issued to them and continue to operate with disregard to local and State rules and
regulations, The City issued a Notice and Order to Vacate which is appealed to the Board.
RECOMMEND TA ION:
That the Board of Appeals and Advisors deny the property owner's appeal of the NOTICE AND
ORDER TO VACATE and uphold the Building Official's and Fire Marshal's determination that
the building at 3149 Main Street is improperly occupied, is unsafe, and is being maintained as a
public nuisance as an unlawful marijuana business.
DISCUSSION:
As mandated by the Chain Vista Municipal Code any and all tenant improvements conducted on
buildings within the city are subject to the permitting process as well as inspections under
CVMC 15.06.080; Permits, and CVMC 15.06.100; Inspections. Tenant improvements must be
inspected and approved by City Building Inspectors and City Fire Officials.
The property at 3149 Main Street has undergone tenant improvements including but not limited
to the construction of interior walls and doors. This tenant improvement has not been permitted
by the City of Chula Vista and cannot be pemtitted by the City because of the illegal use of the
facility as a marijuana business. Chula Vista Municipal Code (CVMC) 5.66.020; Commercial
cannabis business prohibited, prohibits any marijuana/cannabis business in the City.
The most recent approved permit was for a one room addition to the building to be used as
storage. This was approved on 3-18.1986 tinder permit 4 42606.
The most current Fire Inspection Safety Report dated 5-25-18 notes the following: "Construction
completed without City of Chula Vista Building Permit shall be returned to its original state.
( Walls, Electrical work)" As noted above, legalizing the unpermitted tenant improvements is not
an option because the marijuana business is prohibited in Chula Vista.
Case History
On September 5, 2017, Code Enforcement Officer Justin Bruce (CEO Bruce) was
traveling eastbound on the 3100 block of Main Street. While passing the property located
at 3149 Main Street, Chula Vista, CA ("Properly"), CEO Bruce observed two white
plastic vinyl banners on the wall of the building on the property. The first banner stated
"3149 Main St" in bold black lettering. Adjacent to the text was a picture of a green ideo-
locator with the text "You arc here" across it. CEO Bruce recognized tine ideo-locator as a
logo used on www.weedmaos.com. Weedmaps is a web based marijuana sales and
advertisement platform. CEO Bruce determined the San Diego County Tax Assessor's
parcel number on the Property is APN: 629-060-58-00 and that the owner of the Property
is Property Matters LLC, with a street address at that time of 608 Sandra Lane, EI Cajon,
CA 92019, The current street address of Property Matters, LLC is 12146 Via Serrano, EI
Cajon, CA, 92019, CEO Bruce determined the property did not have a permit to post
temporary plastic vinyl banners and he opened Code Enforcement Case C17-0705
2. On September 6, 2017 CEO Bruce accompanied other City of Chula Vista Code
Enforcement Officers on an inspection of a closed marijuana business at 1445 Third
Avenue, Suite A. While CEO Bruce was inside of the business, he observed a note
posted on the check-in window. The note stated, "We will be moving to 3149 Main
Street, Doors open Tuesday 8am. " Below the note was a map with a direction line from
1445 Third Avenue to 3149 Main Street, CEO Bruce obtained a photograph of the note
and the map. After leaving the closed business he raveled to the Property to see if the
banners were still posted. CEO Bruce observed that the banners were still posted on the
outside walls of the building at the Property, so he drafted and mailed an Administrative
Citation Warning to the property owner.
3. On September 7, 2017, CEO Bruce drove by the Property and observed a fixed sign
erected on the top of the building. The sign staled `7149 24 -Hours" and below was a
picture of a green ideo-locator with tine text "You are here' across it. Below the sign was
an arrow pointing to the building, Additionally, a string of green lights were strung up
along the bottom edge of the roof. The new sign and lights were in addition to the two
plastic vinyl banners that continued to be posted on the building. CEO Bruce obtained
photographs of the building exterior showing the sign, lights, and banners.
As of September 14, 2017, CEO Bruce had not been contacted by the Property owner. On
that date, Code Enforcement Officer Adam Gustafson and CEO Bruce went to the
Property. CEO Bruce opened the front door leading inside to a lobby. The door was not
locked and there was no person or persons denying entry. The interior pane of the entry
door had a giant green idea -locator cutout with the words "You are here". Upon entering
the building he was met with a strong odor which, based on hi training and experience, he
believed it to be marijuana. The door opened to a large waiting room lobby complete with
chairs. At the 1'ar north end of the room was an interior wall constructed with a glass
check in window. Along the eastern wall there was a second door, which CEO Bruce
observed had an Electromagnetic locking mechanism on the top left comer. CEO Bruce
went to the check in window and asked the employee if the manager was on site. While at
the window, CEO Bruce noticed a male waiting by the door on the eastern wall. The door
opened and the male walked into a room on the other side. As the male went through the
door CEO Bruce observed clear glass shelving with containers of a green leafy substance.
']'here was an employee behind the shelves talking with a few people. 'file door opened
and closed fairly quickly, so CEO Bruce was unable to lake a photograph of the smaller
room on the east side of the building. The employee came back to the window and told
CEO Bruce the manager was not available. CEO Bruce left my business card with the
employee and they left.
5. Using the marijuana business location website, www.weedmaos.com, CEO Bruce found
an advertisement for a marijuana business named "Chula Vista Firehouse" at the
Property. He obtained a copy of the San Diego County Assessor's record for the
Property. Viewing the plans, CEO Bruce observed there were no permits fm' interior
walls to be built inside the building. He also checked the City of Chula Vista's building
permit records. Viewing the plans, lie observed there were no permits for interim walls
to be built inside the building. Because the interior walls were built without permits CEO
Bruce opened Code Enforcement Case C 17-0732 and drafted a Notice of Violation,
Pending Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties, and Intent to Record a Notice of
Violation for an unpermitted tenant improvement. CEO Bruce mailed the documents to
all persons with a recorded interest and the business at the Property by first class mail,
including Property Matters LLC at 608 Sandra Lane, 427 South Marshall Avenue, and
12146 Via Serrano addresses; The Chula Vista Firehouse business located at 3149 Main
Street; Bank of the West; and The First Santa Clara Corporation.
On September 18, 2017, CEO Bruce received notification form the Chula Vista Police
Department that undercover officers successfully made a purchase of marijuana at a
business identifying itself as Chula Vista Fire House at the Property. Because the location
was operating a marijuana business, which is not permitted in the City of Chula Vista,
CEO Bruce opened Code Enforcement Case C 17-0739 and drafted a Notice of Violation.
Pending Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties and Intent to Record a Notice of
Violation for unpermitted Commercial Marijuana Activity. He also drafted a Notice and
Order to Abate and mailed all documents to all persons with a recorded interest and the
business at the Property by first class mail, including Property Matters LLC at the 608
Sandra Lane, 427 South Marshall Avenue, and 12146 Via Serrano addresses; The Chula
Vista Fire House business located at 3149 Main Street; Bank of the West; and The First
Santa Clara Corporation.
6. On September 19, 2017, CEO Bruce observed the signs and banners were still in place at
3149 Main Street. He drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified) an Administrative
Citation for $100.00 dollars.
7. On October 2, 2017, CEO Bruce went to the property to verify the building without
permit violations still existed. He opened the door and went inside the lobby. The door
was not locked and there was no person or persons denying entry. The interior walls and
door remained. There were customers inside the lobby. He observed new posters posted
on the interiors walls; one poster was labeled "The Periodic Table of Cannabis" with a
numerous pictures of different strains of Cannabis. The door on the eastern wall
continued to have an Electromagnetic locking mechanism. He drafted and mailed (First
Class and Certified) a Full Cost Recovery notice and a Civil Penalty Notice and Order to
all persons with a recorded interest and the business at the Property.
S. On October 4, 2017, CEO Bruce observed the banners were removed from the building;
however, the fixed post sign and Green lights remained in place at 3149 Main Street. He
drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified) a 2"d Administrative Citation for $200.00
dollars.
On October 17, 2017, CEO Bruce went to the property to verify the building without
permit violations still existed. He opened the door and went inside the lobby. The door
was not locked and there was no person or persons denying entry. He observed the
interior walls and doors were still in place. The door on the eastern wall contimred to
have an Eleetronnagnetic locking mechanism. He dialled and mailed (First Class and
Certi tied) a 2n° Full Cost Recovery notice and a 2"" Civil Penalty Notice and Order to all
interested parties and had the building without permit Notice of Violation recorded at
the San Diego County Assessor's office (document 4 2017-0480229).
10. On October 18, 2017, CEO Bruce observed the fixed post sign and Green lights remained
in place at 3149 Main Street. He drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified) a 3r°
Administrative Citation for $500.00 dollars.
On October 23, 2017, CEO Bruce received notification from the Chula Vista Police
Department that undercover officers successfully made another purchase of marijuana at
a business identifying itself as Chula Vista Firehouse at the Properly on October 21,
2017, confirming there was still commercial Marijuana activity occurring at the properly.
He drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified) a Civil Penalty Notice and Order for
unlawful commercial marijuana activity to all persons with a recorded interest and the
business at the Property.
12, On October 31, 2017, CEO Bruce went inside the building at the Property to verify
whether the building without permit violations still existed. He opened the door and
went inside the lobby. The door was not locked and there was no person or persons
denying entry. He observed the interior walls and doors were still in place. The door on
the eastern wall continued to have an Electromagnetic locking mechanism. He drafted
and mailed (First Class and Certified) a 2"a Full Cost Recovery notice and a 2i' Civil
Penalty Notice and Order to all persons with a recorded interest and the business at the
Property.
13. On November 2, 2017, CEO Bruce went inside the building of 3149 Main Street to
verify the weather building without permit violations still existed. He opened the door
and went inside the lobby. The door was not locked and there was no person or persons
denying entry. Ile observed the interior walls and doors were still in place. The door on
the eastern wall continued to have an Electromagnetic locking mechanism.
14. On November 6, 2017, CEO Bruce observed the fixed post sign and Green lights
remained in place at 3149 Main Street and drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified)
a 4th Administrative Citation for $500.00 dollars.
15. On November 15, 2017, CEO Bruce went inside the building at the Property to verify
whether the building without permit violations still existed. He opened the door and
went inside the lobby. The door was not locked and there was no person or persons
denying entry. He observed the interior walls mid doors were still in place. The door on
the eastern wall continued to have an Electromagnetic locking mechanism. He drafted
and mailed (First Class and Certified) a 4"' Full Cost Recovery notice and a 4"' Civil
Penalty Notice and Order to all interested parties.
16. On November 21, 2017,.CEO Bruce observed the fixed post sign and green lights
remained in place at the Property. He drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified) a 5"'
Administrative Citation for $500.00 dollars as well as a Full Cost Recovery.
17. On November 30, 2018, CEO Bruce went inside the building at the Property to verify
whether the building without permit violations still existed. He opened the door and
went inside the lobby. The door was not locked and there was no person or persons
denying entry. He observed the interior walls and doors were still in place. The door on
the eastern wall continued to hove an Electromagnetic locking mechanism. I -le drafted
and mailed (First Class and Certified) a 5ei Full Cost Recovery notice and a 5" Civil
Penalty Notice and Order to all interested parties.
18. On December 6, 2017, CEO Bruce observed the fixed post sign and green lights
remained in place at the Property. I le drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified) a 6ei
Administrative Citation for $500.00 dollars as well as a 2" d Fall Cost Recovery.
19. On December 28, 2017, CEO Bruce observed the fixed post sign and green lights
remained in place at the Property. He drafted and mailed Tirst Class and Certified) a 7°i
Administrative Citation for $500.00 dollars as well as a 3` Full Cost Recovery.
20. On January 12, 2018, CEO Bruce observed the fixed post sign and green lights remained
in place at the Property. He drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified) a 8a'
Administrative Citation for $500.00 dollars as well as a 4°i Full Cost Recovery,
21. On January 26, 2018, CEO Bruce observed the fixed post sign and Green lights
remained in place at the Property. He drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified) a 911
Administrative Citation for $500,00 dollars as well as a 51h Full Cost Recovery.
22. On January 31, 2018, CEO Bruce drafted and mailed (First Class and Certified) a Civil
Penalty Notice and Order and Full Cost Recovery for the continued lack of abatement.
Additionally, he received notification from the Chula Vista Police Department that
undercover officers successfully made another purchase of marijuana at a business
identifying itself as the Chula Vista Firehouse at the Property on January 31, 2018;
thereafter, CEO Bruce drafted and mailed another Civil Penalty Notice and Order for
unlawful commercial marijuana activity.
23. On March 6, 2018, CEO Bruce obtained information from an unlawful detainer lawsuit
that an Edgin Omar Rubio was likely the tenant at the Property. On March 7, 2018, he
sent a Notice of Violation, Pending Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties and
Intent to Record a Notice of Violation to Edgar Omar Rubio. 4356 Delta St, Suite 2016,
San Diego, CA 92113-4514.
24, On May 22, 2018, CEO Bruce obtained information from an unlawful detainer lawsuit
that an Edgar Omar Rubio was likely the tenant at the Property. On March 7, 2018, he
sent a Notice of Violation, Pending Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties slid
Intent to Record a Notice of Violation to Edgar Omar Rubio, 4356 Delta St, Suite 2016,
Sail Diego, CA 92113-4514.
25. On August 29, 2018, CEO Bruce posted a Notice and Order to Vacate on the front door
of the marijuana business at the Property and mailed a copy of the notice by US First
Class mail to the property owner and all those with recorded interests in the Property,
The Notice and Order to Vacate provided len (10) days to vacate the building due to the
inadequate egress, potential fire hazards, and the fact that the building on the Property is
improperly occupied and a public nuisance.
26. On September 6, 2018 Property Matters LLC filed an appeal of the Notice turd Order to
Vacate and paid the appeal fee.
Applicable Codes and Reeulations
The following are codes and regulations applicable to this case
I. Chula Vista Municipal Code (CVMC) 130 authorizes the City Manager to establish a
procedure for the abatement of a nuisance.
2. Pursuant to CVMC 130020, the `city abatement officer" shall be the city officer for
enforcement of the city ordinances being violated and who initially declares said violation to be
a public nuisance.
3. CVMC 1.30.040 states whenever a public nuisance is declared; it may be abated in
accordance with the municipal code.
4. ('VMC' 1506060[13) states: "Occupancy Violations, When a building or suuculic or
building service equipment regulated by this chapter and the technical codes is being used
contrary to the provisions of this chapter and the technical codes. the Building Official may
order such use discontinued by written notice served on any person causing such use to he
continued Such person shall dixontinue the use within the time prescrihed by the Building
011icial after receipt oh such notice to make the structure or portion thereofcomply with tltc
requirements of this chaplor and the technical codes."
5. CVMC 15.06.060(K) states: "Cooperation of Other Official and Officers. 'Phe Building
Official may request, and shall receive, the assistance and cooperation of other officials and
employees so far as is required in the discharge of duties required by this chapter, the technical
codes or other city pertinent laws or ordinances."
6. CVMC 15.06.065(D) states: "Unsafe buildings, structures or appendages and building
service equipment are public nuisances and shall be abated by repair, rehabilitation, demolition
or removal in accordance with the procedures set forth in Chapter 15.18 CVMC." CVMC 15.18
is the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code.
7. CVMC 15.06.075 (A) states: "Unlawful Acts. It shall he unlawful for any person to erect,
construct, alter, extend, repair. move, remove, demolish or occupy any building; suvclme or
equipment regulated by this chapter and the technical codes, or cause same to be done, in
conflict will or in violation orally of the provisions of this chapter and the technical codes."
8. CVM(' 15.06.075/(3) states: "Notice of Violation. The Building Ofticinl is authorized to
scree a notice of violation or order on the person responsible far the erection, eonslruction,
alteration, extension, repair, moving, removal, demolition or occupancy of a building or
structure in violation of the provisions of this chapter and the technical codes, or in violation or
a permit or ccrti Beate issued under tlne provisions of this chapter or the technical codes. Such
notice of violation or order shall direct the di Seoul inuance of the illegal action or condition Ind
the abatement or the violation."
9. CVMC 15.06,075(D) states: "Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this
chapter or the technical codes or fails to comply with any of the requirements thercor or who
creels, constructs. alters or repairs a Building or structure in violation of the approved
construction doewncnts or direclive of the Building Official, or of a permit or certificate issued
under the provisions of this chapter mal the technical codes, shall be subject to penalties as
prescribed be law..'
10. C: I 115.06.115(A) Certification of Occupancy slates: "flee or Occupancy. Buildings or
su'uenuros Shall not be used ur occupied nor shall it change in the existing occupancy
classification of a building or structure or portion thereof he made nail the Building Official has
issued a certificate of occupancy"
11. California Civil Code: Section 3491 authorizes abatement as a remedy against a public
nuisance. Section 3494 of the Civil Code authorizes a public body or officer to abate public
nuisance.
12. On May 16, 2017, The City of Chula City Council amended and adopted chapter CVMC
5.66, Commercial Marijuana Activity, which prohibits commercial marijuana activity in the
City of Chula Vista. CVMC 5.66.020 reads: "Commercial marijuana activity is prohibited in
the City of Chula Vista, and no person or association of persons, however formed, shall operate,
perform, participate in or locate a commercial marijuana activity in the City. The City shall not
issue, approve, or grant any permit, license or other entitlement for the establishment or
operation of commercial marijuana activity in the City of Chula Vista."
CONCLUSION:
The Property is currently used as an illegal business which contains unpermitted construction
alterations, an unpermitted change of use, maintained as a public nuisance, and is otherwise
dangerous to human life. The business and property owners have ignored the many legal notices
issued to them. It is recommended that the Board of Appeals and Advisors deny the property
owner's appeal of the NOTICE; AND ORDER TO VACATE and uphold the Building Official's
and Fire Marshal's determination that the building at 3149 Main Street is improperly occupied, is
unsafe, and is being maintained as a public nuisance as an nilawful marijuana business.
Attachments:
I , Notice of Violation, Pending assessment of Civil Penalties, & Intent to Record
9-18-17
2. Notice and Order to Abate
9-18-17
3. Notice of Violation, Pending assessment of Civil Penalties, & Intent to Record
3-7-18
4. Notice and Order to Abate
3-7-t8
5. Notice and Order to Vacate
4-29-18
6. Fire Safety Inspection Report
5-9-18
7. Boards of Appeals and Advisors Appeal Application Form
9-6-18
8. Appeal Receipt of Payment
9-6-18
Property Matters LLC Case No.: C17-0739
608 Sandra La Address: 3149 Main St.
EI Cajon, CA. 92019 Chula Vista, CA. 91911
APN: 629.060-58-00
"Chula Vista ('ire House"
3149 Main St,
Chula Vista, CA. 91911
NOTICE AND ORDER TO ABATE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that commercial marijuana activity is Prohibited. The violation has been
declared a public nuisance by the code enforcement officer and must be abated immediately. The public
nuisance is Pn the following described real property in the Cit' of Chula Vista, County of San Diego,
State of California:
SEE "Deed of Trust"
YOU ARE HEREBY ORDERED TO ABATE SAID PUBLIC NUISANCE. You must abate the
nuisance by ceasing operation of all contract cial trial ii4 ana aet'vity The following timeframe must be
adhered to in order to avoid further fines and penalties:
Cease all commercial marijuana activity within ten consecutive calendar days from the issuance of
this or der.
If you fail to abate the public nuisance within the number of days specified, the City may order its
abatement by public employees, private contractor, or other means, and the cost of said abatement may be
levied and assessed against the property as a special assessment lien or billed directly to the property
Owner.
YOU MAY APPEAL FROM ORDER OF ABATEMENT but any such appeal must be brought within
ten days of the date of this Notice per CVMC 1.30.070. The appeal mast be in writing; specify the
reasons for the appeal; contain your name, address and telephone number; be accompanied by an appeal
fee of $400; and, be submitted to the City at the following acidness:
City of Chula Vista
276 Fourth Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Telephone No.: (619)691-5280
Attention: Code Enforcement Division
One who is legally indigent as determined by guidelines prepared by the city manager and after
eonsulmtion with the city attorney, may obtain a waiver of the appeal fee. Upon timely receipt of the
appeal and accompanying fee, or waiver, the city manager will cause the matter to be set for (tearing and
notify you of the date and location of the hearing. If the Hearing Examiner denies your appeal, the appeal
tee will be added to the cost of the abatement. I f the Hearing Examiner grants your appeal, the appeal fee
will be reinibm sed to you. If the cost of the hearing exceeds the deposit, the difference will be billed to
you along with all costs for the abatement.
If YOU have any questions regarding this master, you may direct such questions to the City Officer issuing
this notice at the address or telephone number listed below.
/V CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION
CIIY OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
CHULAVI5fA 276 FOURTH AVENUE, MS 200, CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
PHONF.NO.- (C19)fi91-s?Rn snsrtan r410s<o<<401
The above violation(s) most be corrected by October 2 2017. The city will conduct a reinspection after
that date. If the violation(s) has (have) not been corrected by date shown above the following actions may
occur.
Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties
Administrative Civil Penalties may be assessed at a rate of up to $2,500 per day, per violation; for any related
series of violations. Penalties may be assessed for each individual code section violated and may accrue daily
until the violation is corrected as authorized by CVMC 1.41.110.
The accrual date for Civil Penalties subject to this notice and order is September 18.2017, Failure to comply
may result in the assessment of higher penalties.
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NOTICE OF VIOLATION,
PENDING ASSESSMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE CIVIL
PENALTIES & INTENT TO RECORD A NOTICE OF
VIOLATION
Notice Date: August 18, 2017
Violatiau Date: August 14, 2017=
Case Number: C17-0739
Violation Address:
3149 Main St.
APN: 629-060-58-00
Chula Vista, CA 91911
Responsible Parties:
Property Matters LLC; 608 Sandra Ln. EI Cajon, CA. 92019
Chula Vista Fire House; 3149 Main St. Chula Vista CA 91911
TS#
TS#
You are hereby notified of the following violation(s) of Municipal Code Section(s)-.—
ection(s):Commercial
Commercialmarijuana activity prohibited (5 66 020 CVMC)
Description of Violation:
Operation of a commercial marijuana disocnsa at t the property.
Comments/Corrective Action(s):
Abate_ commercial marijuana activity at the Property. This is the fust offense within one year
on the same property.
The above violation(s) most be corrected by October 2 2017. The city will conduct a reinspection after
that date. If the violation(s) has (have) not been corrected by date shown above the following actions may
occur.
Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties
Administrative Civil Penalties may be assessed at a rate of up to $2,500 per day, per violation; for any related
series of violations. Penalties may be assessed for each individual code section violated and may accrue daily
until the violation is corrected as authorized by CVMC 1.41.110.
The accrual date for Civil Penalties subject to this notice and order is September 18.2017, Failure to comply
may result in the assessment of higher penalties.
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To avoid Assessment of Civil Penalties, you must make all corrections on or before October 2 2017. If
corrections include plan submittal, you will not be charged for the days the plans are in plan check, but you will
be charged for all other days the property remains in violation.
NO EFFECT ON OTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
This Notice of Pending Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties represents a separate and distinct
enforcement action against the property. It is in addition to any previous enforcement or cost recovery action.
This Notice of Pending Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties does not negate or replace any previous
fee or penalty assessed against the property, nor does it extend or modify any previous compliance deadline.
Notice of Violation Recordation
This notice will be recorded against your property's title in the records of San Diego County and will not be
removed until the violation(s) listed above has (have) been corrected and all fees, fines, penalties and costs have
been paid as authorized by CVMC 1.41.040.
As the property owner/lender/lien holder of the above-described property, you have the right to object to the
recording of the Notice of Violation. Your objection must be in writing, be accompanied by a $400 deposit
hearing fee, and be received by the Code Enforcement Division at 276 Fourth Avenue, MS 200, Chula Vista,
CA 91910 by October 2, 2017. Please state in your attached Request for Hearing form the factual evidence you
feel will demonstrate why a violation of the Chula Vista Municipal Code has not been committed as outlined
above and, therefore, the recordation should not be completed.
Your objection will afford you the right to a hearing, at which time you may present your evidence to an
impartial hearing examiner. You will be notified of the date, time and location of the hearing.
If the Hearing Examiner rules that the Notice of Violation shall not be recorded, a clearance letter and copy of
the ruling will be mailed to the property owner/lender/hen holder. A refund of the deposit will also be mailed to
the party who paid the deposit.
If the hearing examiner determines the property is, in fact, in violation, or if the owner / lender/lien holder of the
property described above fails to inform this department of his/her objection to recording the Notice of
Violation within the above-described time, the Development Services Department will record a Notice of
Violation with the county recorder. This Notice of Violation, when recorded, shall be constructive notice of the
violation(s) to all successors -in -interest in such property.
Note: If the appeal is denied, the owner/lender/lien holder will be responsible for full cost of the hearing,
including preparation and staff time. This may require additional monies to be paid to the city.
Once the Notice of Violation has been recorded, no building permit or other development permit shall be issued
to further develop said property unless/until there has been full compliance with the Chula Vista Municipal
Code and any other applicable codes. The Notice of Violation will remain recorded against the property until
the payment of all fees, penalties and costs. The city may still use further enforcement action to bring the
property into compliance after the Notice of Violation has been recorded.
You will be responsible for payment of $200 to the City of Chula Vista to have the recordation removed.
In addition, the owner/lender/lien holder will be responsible for any and all additional staff time and
direct and indirect costs of enforcement, remediation and /or abatement of the violation(s) per CVMC
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1.41.140. If the costs are nut paid, the city may seek payment by placing alien against the property or by
assessing the costs in the same manner as municipal taxes.
To schedule a compliance inspection appointment, or if you have questions regarding this notice, please contact
Code Enforcement Officer Michael Bruce at (619) 409-3813.
Michael Bruce
Code Enforcement Officer
Attachment(s): Request for Hearing Form
Enforcement Remedies
Chula Vista Mmricipal Code Chapter 15.66.020
cc: Property Matters LLC- 608 Sandra
Property Matters LLC- 427 S Marshall Ave
Chula Vista Fire House
Bank of the West- EI Cajon
First Santa Clara Corporation
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CHULA OF
Services
REQUEST FOR ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING (APPEAL)
You may request a hearing to contest the proposed corrective action on the properly shown below
(CVMC 1.40.020). Please till out the information requested below and deliver this form to the
Department of Development Services, City of Chola Vista, 276 Fourth Ave., MS -B200, Churn Vista,
CA 91910 before 3:45 pill on or before this dale: 10-2-17.
"You In List pay a deposit amount of 400 at the time you request a hearing.
Appellant hl to; oration (Property Owner or Responsible Party):
Name Signamm Date
Mailing Address:
Daytime Phone: (_)
Case Number: C17-0739 APN: 629-060-58-00
Violation Address: 3149 Main St
Corrective Actiml(s) under appeal: Notice of Intent to Record Civil Penalties
Code Enforcement Officer: M. Bruce Phone Number: (619) 409-3813
Reason(s) for Hearing: Please be specific. You may attach additional numbered pages.
Failure to request a hearing by the dale indicated shall waive your right to appeal and contest the listed
action. This form is provided for your convenience to file air appeal.
rI fyour appeal is upheld your deposit will be refunded. Ifyour appeal is denied your deposit will be
credited toward the amount owed m the city. Additional costs may be assessed far hearing preparation,
notification and appearance should your appeal be denied.
Failure to pay a debt to the city may result in the placement of it lien on this property.
Compliance with Americans wRh Dlsabinties Act
The Clay At chide Vista, In COmpllanCe with the Americans with Disahllllles Act (ADA), asks Iralvid✓als aho require epeOal
a..Ahh.darlon to access, attend, and/or participate in a City meeting, activity, Or service, to Muest such acmmmodetlon:rt least
forty-elght hours in advance for meetings and rive days In advance for scheduled services and activities. Please contact a Code
Enforcement 01fice Speclallst at (619) 691-5288.
276 FOURTH AVENUE, MS 8200. CHUTA VISTA. CALIFORNIA 91910
PLEASE TAPE THIS NOTICE WITH YOU WHEN APPLY. > FOR PERIMITS
Building and planning permits maybe applied for at the building counter or planning counter at 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula
Vista, CA. Please telephone (619) 691-5272 for general Information about getting the required permits and/or (619) 585-$621
fornming and sign permit information.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WIIU THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION MAY RESULT IN ANY ONE OR A CO, ATlG, OF THE
FOLLOWING ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS, Ifresolvingthevfoladon involves theissuanceof apermit, an investigative fee shall be
assessed to defray the expense of investigation and enforcement.
Administrative Citation: Fines of $100, $200, or $500 per violation for lo, 2°a, or 3`e citation respectively. Each day that the
,odatton occur or continues is considered a separate offense.
Criminal Prosecution: Fines up to a maximum of 51,000 with a possibility of up to 6
violation continues, imprisonmentmonths imprisonment for each day the
Cease and Desist Order: An order to cease all activity identified as a violation. Ignoring the order is a misdemeanor.
Reinspection Fees: Full cost recovery for all
ofViolati
tion
inspections if the violation is not corrected within the timeframe identified in the Notice
Frill Cost Recovev' Recovery of all City costs associated with investigation, enforcement, and resolution Of violation.
Notice of Violation Recordation: A Notice of Violation may be recorded against the property with the County Recorder for
discovery during a title search. Recordation and cancellation of recordation costs will be assessed per CVMC Section 1.41.040.
Nuisance Abatement: Following due process, the City may take any action necessary to eliminate the violation. The violator shall
reimburse the City for all costs associated with the investigation and abatement.
tYon-Issuance of Pe its: Any City -issued permits maybe withheld until violation has been corrected.
Civil Penalties: Penalties of up to $2,500 per day' with each day being a separate offense.
Beal Property Lien: Alien maybe placed against the real property" a means of recovering costs incuredb
a code violation. g y the City as a result of
Recorded Assessment: An assessment, to be collected in the same manner as municipal taxes, may be recorded as a means of
recovering costs incurred by the City as a result of responding to a code violation.
Cost recovery shall be assessed under the provisions of the Chula Vista Municipal Code as set forth in Sections 1.41.140,
1.41.150 and 1.41.160.
1A1.140 Cost Recovery: Pursuant to Government Code Section
39773, costs and penalties that may be recovered and enforced
a,dast responsible parties under the chapter include, but are not
limited to, the following:
A. City's direct cost for abatement of nuisances, together
with applicable overhead;
B. Costs of salary and applicable overhead of those city
employees and contract personnel involved in the
investigation, enforcement and remediation or
abatement ofa nuisance;
C. City costs for equipment use or rental;
D. Attorney's fees;
E. Court costs and witness fees;
F. Costs of geotechnical, engineering and other technical
services and studies;
G. Administrative fines and civil penalties imposed
pursuant to this chapter;
11. Rehtspecabal fees pursuant to CVMC 1.41.060;
1. Costs of monitoring programs necessary for correcting,
monitoring, abating or mitigating nuisances and
violations;
I. Any other fee, cost, or expense reasonably and
rationally related to the city's enforcement efforts to
abate a nuisance or correct a violation of this code or
applicable state law;
K. Treble damages recoverable puruaot to Government
Cade Section 38773.7. (See CVTiC 1.41.160(c). (Ord.
2718 § 3, 1998).
1.41,150 Confarmadml of costs: Following the conclusion ofthe
city's remediation, abatement or correcfive actions, the director
shall ratify the property owner and appropriate responsible
parties of a proposed assessment of costs against each
individually and as a lien or assessment against the real property
ttse was the subject of abatement or corrective action. Noticeand
IOL opportunity to be beard and contest the basis for the
assessment of costs or lien sball be provided to those parties in
accordance with Chapter 1.40 CVMC. Following any hearing or
waiver thereof, the city manager may then issue a fuel order of
confirmation of costs against the respective responsible parties.
(Ord. 2718 § 3, 1998),
1.41.160 Enforcement;
A. In accordance with Government Code Section 38773, the city
manager or a director, or both as appropriate, may enforce the
confirmation ofcostr as follows:
1. Asa personal obligation against a responsible parry; and
2. Either:
m As a recorded hen with the priority of a
judgment hen in the real property records of
the county against any real property which was
the subject of abatement or corrective action;
or
b. As an assessment against the property which
was subject to abatement or corrective action,
to be collected in the same manner as
municipal canoes.
S. The city manager, city attorney or director is authorized to
obtain judicial enforcement for the foreclosure of the pen where
appropriate. In addition, pursuant to Government Code Section
38773.7, the city manager may seek liable damages for the
abatement costs where the coneetive action arose out of or
constituted a second Or subsequent civil 01 criminal judgment
within a two-year, period, as provided for in that section.
Enactment of this subsection constitutes the enactment of an
ordinance authorizing the recovery of treble i manes in
actorrdmor with Government Code Section 38773.7. (Ord. 2718 §
3,1998).
5.66.020 Operation of medical marijuana dispensaries prohibited.
A. The operation Of a medical marijuana dispensary, as defined in this chapter, Is prohibited in the City of
Chula Vista, and no person orassociation of persons, however formed, shall operate or locate a medical
marijuana dispensary in the City. The City shall not issue, approve, or grant any permit, license or other
entitlement for the establishment or operation of a medical marijuana dispensary in the City of Chula
Vista.
B. This chapter does not apply where preempted by state or federal law. (Ord. 3204 § 2, 2011).
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Code Enforcement Officer
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DEED OF TRUST
THIS DEED an TRUST Is dafatl January 24, 2017, among PROPERTY MATTERS, LLC., a Calffomia limited
liability W company, whose address Is 427 S MARSHALL AVE, EL CAJON, CA 92020 ("Trustor"); BANK 02
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23, Township 18 South, Range 2 West, San Bnt.me hno Base and hferidlan, aovisatng to r of S Plat
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Beginning at the southeast comer of the north 40 feet of the west half of said southwest quarter of the
narthwast quadar, Thence slang the south Iine of aid north 40 feet, North 89° 40' 05" West, 304.03 feet
to the west line of the land described in dead to Samuel Slipock, It DOC recorded November 15, 1955, in
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East 135 feet to saltl south Ilna of the nadir 40 feet;
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The shove described land being that certain Parcel C sfgnated 0.341 acres on Record of Survey Map No.
7274, fled In the Office of the County Recorder of San Diego County.
The Real ProPedy or Its address i commonly Imd`.vn as $149 MAIN ST, CHULA VISTA, CA 91911. The
Assessofs Parcel Number for the Real property is 629-060-58-00.
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CODE ENFORCENTENT DIVISION
CITY OF DEVELOPMENT' SERVICES DEPARTMENT
CHULA VISTA 276 FOURTH AVENUE, MS 200, CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
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NOTICE OF VIOLATION,
PENDING ASSESSMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE CIVIL
PENALTIES & INTENT TO RECORD A NOTICE OF
VIOLATION
:e Date: March 7, 2018 Violation Date• Jan 30 2018 Case Number C 17 07 9
•`ion Address. 1 3149 Main St.
Responsible Parties I Edgar Omar Rubio; 4356 Delta St, Suite 2016; San Diego, CA. 92113-4514
Chula Vista Fire House; 3149 Main St. Chula Vista CA 91911
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You are hereby notified of the following violation(s) of Munieinal C -a..
Description of Violation:
Operation of a commercial marijuana d spensary at the property,
Comments/Corrective Action(s):
Abate commercial marijuana activity at the property.
The above violation(s) must be corrected by March 21, 2018. The city will conduct a reinspection after
that date. If the violation(s) has (have) not been correctedby date shown above the following actions may
occur.
Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties
Administrative Civil Penalties may be assessed at a rate of up to $2,500 per day, per violation; for any related
series of violations. Penalties may be assessed for each individual code section violated and may accrue daily
until the violation is corrected as authorized by CVMC 1.41.110.
The accrual date for Civil Penalties subject to this notice and order is March 7.2018. Failure to comply may
result in the assessment of higher penalties.
Page 1 of 3
To avoid Assessment of Civil Penalties, you must make all corrections on or before March 2120 18. If
corrections include plan submittal, you will not be charged for the days the plans are in plan check, but you will
be charged for all other days the property remains in violation.
NO EFFECT ON OTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
This Notice of Pending Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties represents a separate and distinct
enforcement action against the property. It is in addition to any previous enforcement or cost recovery action.
This Notice of Pending Assessment of Administrative Civil Penalties does not negate or replace any previous
fee or penalty assessed against the property, nor does it extend or modify any previous compliance deadline.
Notice of Violation Recordation
This notice will be recorded against your property's title in the records of San Diego County and will not be
removed until the violation(s) listed above has (have) been corrected and all fees, fines, penalties and costs have
been paid as authorized by CVMC 1.41.040.
As the property owner/lender/lien holder of the above-described property, you have the right to object to the
recording of the Notice of Violation. Your objection must be in writing, be accompanied by a $400 deposit
hearing fee, and be received by the Code Enforcement Division at 276 Fourth Avenue, MS 200, Chula Vista,
CA 91910 by March 21, 2018. Please state in your attached Request for Hearing form the factual evidence you
feel will demonstrate why a violation of the Chula Vista Municipal Code has not been committed as outlined
above and, therefore, the recordation should not be completed.
Your objection will afford you the right to a hearing, at which time you may present your evidence to an
impartial hearing examiner. You will be notified of the date, time and location of the hearing.
If the Hearing Examiner rules that the Notice of Violation shall not be recorded, a clearance letter and copy of
the ruling will be mailed to the property owner/lender/lien holder. A refinrd of the deposit will also be mailed to
the party who paid the deposit.
lithe hearing examiner determines the property is, in fact, in violation, or if the owner / lender/lien holder of the
property described above fails to infomn this department of his/her objection to recording the Notice of
Violation within the above-described time, the Development Services Department will record a Notice of
Violation with the county recorder, 'this Notice of Violation, when recorded, shall be constructive notice of the
vielatiion(s) to all successors -in -interest in such property.
Note: If the appeal is denied, theowner/lender/lien holder will be responsible for fill cost of the hearing,
including preparation and staff time. This may require additional monies to be paid to the city,
Once the Notice of Violation has been recorded, no building permit or other development permit shall be issued
to further develop said property unless/untit there has been full compliance with the Chula Vista Municipal
Code and any other applicable codes. The Notice of Violation will remain recorded against the property until
the payment of all fees, penalties and costs. The city may still use further enforcement action to bring the
property into compliance after the Notice of Violation has been recorded.
Ton will be responsible for payment of $200 to the City of Chula Vista to have the recordation removed.
In addition, the ownerAender/lien holder will be responsible for any and all additional staff time and
direct and indirect costs of enforcement, remediation and /or abatement of the violation(s) per CVMC
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1.41.140. If the costs are not paid, the city may seek payment by placing a lien against the property or by
assessing the costs in the same manner as municipal taxes.
To schedule a compliance inspection appointment, or if you have questions regarding this notice, please contact
Code Enforcement Officer Michael Bruce at (619) 409-3813.
ivllchael Bruce
Code Enforcement Officer
Attachment(s): Request for Hcmvrg Form
Enforcement Remedies
Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapter 15.66.020
cc: Chula Vista Fire House
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CHUTAVISTA Development Services D
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REQUEST FOR ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING (APPEAL)
You may request a hearing to contest the proposed corrective action on the property shown below
(CVMC 1.40.020). Please 511 out the information requested below and deliver this form to the
Department of Development Services, City of Chula Vista, 276 Fourth Ave., MS -B200, Chula Vista,
CA 91910 before 3:45 pm on or before this date: March 21, 2018.
*You must pay a deposit amount of 400 at the time you request a hearing.
Appellant Information (Property Owner or Responsible Party):
Print Name signatue Date
Mailing Address:
Daytime Phone:
Case Number: C17-0739 APM 629-060-58-00
Violation Address: 3149 Mahn St,
Corrective Action(s) under appeal: Notice of intent to Record
Code Enforcement Officer: M. Bruce PhoneNumber: (619)409-3813
Reason(s) for Hearing: Please be specific. You may attach additional numbered pages.
Failure to requests hearing by the date indicated shall waive your right to appeal and contest the listed
action. This form is provided for your convenience to file an appeal.
*1f your appeal is upheld your deposit will be refunded. If your appeal is denied your deposit will be
credited toward the amount owed to the city. Additional costs may be assessed for hearing preparation,
notification and appearance should your appeal be denied.
Failure to pay a debt to the city may result in the placement of a lien on this property,
Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act
The City of Oust Vista, In congilance with Me Americans wltb Disabilities Act (ADA),asks Individuals who require special
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ammodation to access, attend, and/ar 0articieste in a Oty meeting, activity, or seMceto es
/orty-¢Ight hours in advance /or meetings and five days in advance /or scheduled sery, tces 2nd requestivR@s. Ploase contact at such accommoGation at lLode
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Enforcement Or/ice Saecialist at (619) 691-5280.
276 FOURTH AVENUE, MS 8-200. CHULA VISTA. CALIFORNIA 91910
PLEASE TAFO; THIS NOTICE WITH YOU NVLIEN APPLY_ d FOR PERYIITS
Building and planning permits may be applied for at the building counter or planning counter at 276 Fourth Avenue, Chola
Vista, CA. Please telephone (619) 691-5272 for general information about getting the required permits and/or (619) 585-5621
for zoning and sign permit total motion.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION MAY RESULT IN ANYONE ORA COMBINATION OF TILE
FOLLOWING ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS. If resolving the violation involves the issuance of permit, an investigative fee shall be
assessed to defray the expense of investigation and enforcement.
Administrative Citation: Fines of SIOO, $200, or $500 per violation for In, 2"a, or 3`e citation respectively. Each day that the
Violation occurs or conZads is considered a separate offense,
Criminal Prosecution: Fines up to a maximum of $1,000 with a possibility of up to 6 months imprisonment for each day the
violation continues.
Cease and Desist Order: An order to cease all activity idemifred as a violation. Ignoring the order is a misdemeanor.
Reinspection Fees: Full cost recovery for all inspections if the violation is not corrected within the timeframe identified in the Notice
of Violation,
Full Cost Recovery- Recovery of all City casts associated with investigation, enforcement, and resolution Of violation.
Notice of Violation Recordation: A Notice of Violation may be recorded against the property with the County Recorder for
discovery durine a title search. Recordation and cancellation ofrecordation costs will be assessed per CVMC Section 1.41.040,
Nuisance Abatement: Following due process, the City may take any action necessary to eliminate the violation, The violator shall
reimburse the City for all costs associated with the investigation and abatement.
ean,bo muce of Permits: Any City -issued permits may be withheld until violation has been corrected.
Civil Penalties: Penalties of up to $2,500 per day, with each day being a separate offense.
Ren] Property Lient: A lien may be placed against the real property m a means of recovering costs incurred by the City as a result of
decide violation,
Recorded Assessment: An assessment, to be collected in the same manner as municipal taxes, may be recorded as a means of
recovering costs incurred by the City as a result of responding to a code violation.
Cost recovery shall be assessed under the provisions of the Chula Vista Municipal Code as set forth in Sections 1.41,140,
1,41.150 and 1.41.160.
1,41.140 Cost Recovery: Pursuant to Government Code Section
33773, costs mid penalties that may be recovered and enforced
Against responsible parties under the chapter include, bat are not
limited to, the following:
A. City's direct cost for abatement of nuisances, together
with applicable overhead;
B. Costs of salary and applicable overhead of those city
employees and contract personnel involved in the
investigation, enforcement and remediation or
abatement ofa nuisance;
C. City costs for equipment use or rental;
D. Attorney's fees;
G. Court costs and witness fees;
F, Costs Of geotechnical, engineering and other technical
services and studies;
G. Administrative fines and civil penalties imposed
pursuant to this chapter;
H. Reinspection foes pursuant to CVMC 1.41.060;
I. Costs ofmonitoring proomms necessary for correcting,
monitoring, abating or mitigating anis..... and
violations;
J. Any other fee, cost, or expense reasonably and
rationally related to the city's enforcement efforts to
abate a nuisance or correct a violation of this code or
applicable state law;
H. Treble damages recoverable pursuant to Govermneat
Code Section 38773.7. (Sec CVMC 1.41.160(c). (Ord.
2718 § 3, 1998),
1,41.15OConflrmationofcosts: Following the conclusion of the
city's remediation, abatement or corrective actions, the director
shall notify the property owner and appropriate responsible
Farcies of a proposed assessment of costs against each
individually and as a lien or assessment against the real property
fiat was the subject ofabotement or corrective action. Notice and
au opportunity to be heard and contest the basis for the
assessment of costs or lien shall be provided to those parties to
accordance with Chapter 1.40 CVMC. Following. any hearing or
waiver thereof, the city manager may then issue a final under of
Cmdautatlon of costs against the respective responsible parties.
(Ord. 2718 § 3, 1993).
1.41.160 Enforcement:
A. In accordance with Government Code Section 38773, the city
manager or a director, or both as appropriate, may enforce the
confirmation of costs as follows:
1. As a personal obligation against a responsible Perry; mid
2. Either:
a. As a recorded lien with the priority of a
judgment lien I. the real property records of
the county against any real property which was
the subject of abatement or corrective action;
or
b. As air assessment against the property which
was subject to abatement or corrective nation,
to be collected in the same manner es
municipal rates.
B. The city manager, city attorney or director is authorized to
obtain judicial enforcement for the foreclosure of the lien, where
appropriate. In addition, pursuam to Government Code Section
38773.7, the city manager may seek treble damages for the
abatement costs where the corrective action arose out of or
constituted a second or subsequent civil or criminal judgment
within a 0,10 -Year period, as provided for in that section.
Enactment of this subsection consumers the enactment of an
ordinance authorizing the recovery of Keble damages in
accordance with Government Code Section 38773,7. (Ord, 2718 §
3, 1998).
6.66.020 Operation of medical marijuana dispensaries prohibited.
A. The operation of a medical marijuana dispensary, as defined in this chapter, is prohibited In the City of
Chula Vista, and no person or association of persons, however formed, shall operate or locate a medical
marijuana dispensary in the City. The City shall not issue, approve, or grant any permit, license or other
entitlement for the establishment or operation of a medical marijuana dispensary in the City of Chula
Vista.
B. This chapter does not apply where preempted by state or federal law. (Ord. 3204 § 2, 2011).
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NOTICE
AND ORDER TO ABATE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that commercial mariiun to activity is prohibited. The violation has been
declared a public nuisance by the code enforcement officer and must be abated immediately. The public
nuisance is on file following described real property in the City of Chula Vista, County of San Diego,
State of California:
SEE "Deed of Trust"
YOU ARE HEREBY ORDERED TO ABATE SAID PUBLIC NUISANCE. You must abate the
nuisance by ceasing operation of all eotnnie n'ial marflurnia activity, The following timeframe must be
adhered to in order to avoid further fines and penalties:
Cease all commercial marijuana activity within ten consecutive calendar days from the issuance of
this order.
If you fail to abate the public nuisance within the number of days specified, the City may order its
abatement by public cm ployees, private contactor, or other means, and the cost of said abatement may be
levied and assessed against the properly as a special assessment lien or billed directly to the property
owner.
YOU MAY APPEAL FROM ORDER OF ABATEMENT but any such appeal must be brought within
ten days of the date of this Notice per CVMC 1.30.070. The appeal must be in writing; specify the
reasons for die appeal; contain your name, address and telephone number; be accompanied by an appeal
fee of $400; and, be submitted to the City at the following address:
City of Chula Vista
276 Fourth Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Telephone No.: (619) 691-5280
Attention: Code Enforcement Division
One who is legally indigent as determined by guidelines prepared by the city manager and after
consultation with the city attorney, ntay obtain a waiver of the appeal ree. Upon timely reccipt of the
appeal and accompanying fee, or waiver, the city manager will cause the matter to be set for hearing and
notify you of the date and location of the hearing. If the Hearing Examiner denies your appeal, the appeal
fee will be added to the cost of the abatement. If the Hearing Examiner grants your appeal, the appeal fee
will be reimbursed to you. If the cost of the hearing exceeds the deposit, the difference will be billed to
YOU along with all costs for [he abatement.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, you may direct such questions to the City Oflioer issuing
this notice in the niches or Telephone mm"ber listed below.
Notice and Order to Abate
C17-0739
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ISSUANCE DATE: March 7, 2018
Name Michael Bruce Address 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910
Title Code Enforcement Officer Telephone (619) 409-3813
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DEED OF TRUST
THIS DEED OF TRUST Is dated January 24, 2017, among PROPERTY MATTERS, LLC., a Califomla Ilmryed
liability company, whose address is 427 8 MARSHALL AVE, EL CAJON, CA 92020 ("Trustor'); BANK OF
THE WEST, whose address is EI Cajon 0615, 1234 E. Main Street B Caton, CA 92021 (referred to below
sometimes as "Lender" and sometimes as "Bene clary'); and First Sento Clara Corporation, a CaHlbmla
Corporation, whose address Is 2527 Camino Raman, San Ramon, CA 84583 (referred to betas-, as `Trustee'.
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"Real Properly") located in SAN DIEGO County, State of California:
All that certain real property situated In the County of San Diego, State of California, described as follows:
That portion of the east half of the wast half of the southwest quarter of the northwest quarter of Section
23, Tawnshlp 18 South, Range 2 West, San Bernardino Base and Meridian, according to Official Plat
thereof, described as follows: .
Beginning at the southeast comer of the north 40 feet of the wast half of said southwest quenter arterf the
Of northwest quartan Thence along the south line of aid north 40 feat, North 89° 40' OS" NJest, O feet
to the west line of the land described In dead to Samuel SHpock, at Ira,, recorded November 15, 1955, in
Bock 5889, Page 112 of Official Records, being the True Point of Beginning; Thence along said Weat line,
South 0' 19' 55" West 135 feet; Thence South 89° 40' 05" East. 110.00 feet; Thence North 0° 19' S5"
East, 135 feet to said south line of the north 40 fact;
Thence NorUl 89° 40' 05" West, 110 feet to the True point of Beginning,
The above described land being that certain parcel dasignatod 0.341 acres on Record of Survey Map No.
7274, filed In the Office of the County Recorder of San Diego County.
The Real Property or its address Is commonly known as 5149MAIN ST, CHULA VISTA, CA 91911. The
Assessor's Parcel Number for the Real Props* is 629-080-58.00.
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VISTA Development Services Department
Code Enforcement Divisio1
August 29, 2018
Property Matters LLC
12146 Via Serrano
EI Cajon, CA 92019
NOTICE AND ORDER TO VACATE
3149 Main Street- Chula Vista, CA 91911; APN: 629-060-58-00
Pursuant to Chula Vista Municipal Code (°CVMC°) chapter 15.06 and that the building
has unpermitted construction/alterations, I have determined the building at 3149 Main
Street, Chula Vista, CA 91911, APN: 629-b60-58-00, to be an unsafe building, as it has
inadequate egress, is a potential fire hazard, is being maintained as a public nuisance in
violation of CVMC 5.66,020 as an unlawful marijuana business, and is otherwise
dangerous to Iranian lite.
The building at 3149 Main Street, Chula Vista, CA 91911 must be vacated within ten
(10) days. If you fail to comply with this NOTICE AND ORDER TO VACATE, 1 may
cause the building at issue to be vacated, secured, and maintained against entry in
accordance with all applicable laws; the cost of said abatement may be levied and
assessed against the property as a special assessment lien or billed directly to the property
owner;
Any person having a record title or legal interest in the building may appeal this notice
and order or any action of the building official to the Board of Appeals and Advisors,
provided the appeal is made in writing and filed with the Building Official at the address
listed below prior to the expiration of number of days specified above requiring the
building to be vacated. Failure to appeal will constitute a waiver of all right to an
administrative hearing acrd determination of the matter.
Sincerely,
Eon EI-Khazen, Pf, CBO, CASA
Building Official/Code Enfm-cement Manager
Development Services Department
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BOARD OF APPEALS AND ADVISORS
CHUUVISTA APPEAL APPLICATION FORM . .
Appeal the decision of the:
D Fre Marshall
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Application Information
Name of Appellant: Property Matters, LLC Phone No, L)971-8527
Home Address: 12146 Via Serrano, EI Cajon, CA 92019
Buslness Address: 12146 Via Serrano, EI Cajon, CA 92019
Project Address: 3149 Main Street, Chula Vista, CA 91911
ProjeclDescription: Appeal from Notice and Order to Abate
(Example: New residential or commercial, room addition, Ti, eta)
Please use the space below to provide a response to the decision you are appealing. Attach additional sheets,
If necessary.
9/6/2018
Date
Tna deposit of $563 Is en estimate of staff cost for hearing preparafion. Should staff cost exceed the initial deposit, you
will be notiffed to replenish the account.
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FINANCE DEPARTMEN
276 FOURTH AVE
(619) 691-5250
CHULA VISTA CA 91910
Reg§ #/Rcpt#: 005-00069652 ( GOG )
Accounting Date: Thu, Sep 6, 2018
Date/Time: Thu, Sep 6, 2018 2:15 PM
0138\CIVIL PENALTIES CE
REF #: PERMIT:07-0739 INVOICE#:144980
$ 563.00
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RECEIPT TOTAL $ 563.00
Payment Data:
Pmt§ :1
Payer: PROPERTY MATTERS, LLC
METHOD: CN $ 500,00
Ref#: 17-837057263
Payment Data:
Pmt# :2
Payer: PROPERTY MATTERS, LLC
METHOD: CK $ 63.00
Ref#: 17-837057264
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RECEIPT SUMMARY
TOTAI. TENDERED $ 563.00
RECEIPT TOTAL $ 563.00
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