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Notice to Correct Code Violation(s)/Notice of Violation
(Courtesy Warning Prior to Issuance of Administrative Citation)
June 17, 2022
Laurel Creek LP
505 Bath Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
SUBJECT ADDRESS: 1150 Laurel Lane #130, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 APN: 004-962-034
Code Case #: CODE-261-2022
Dear Property Owner,
On May 27, 2022, City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department staff noted the following
violations of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code or other relevant codes at the above listed address:
1. Permit Required (SLOMC 15.02.010, California Building Code 105.1)
“Any owner or owner’s authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair,
move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install,
enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing
system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be
performed, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required
permit.”
Unpermitted electrical was discovered at an unpermitted electric sign at the walkway to the
business. Electricity was tapped from a nearby light pole. Unpermitted electrical heaters have
been added. Plans shall be submitted, and a permit obtained for all electrical modifications.
2. Extension Cords (SLOMC 15.02.010, California Fire Code 605.5)
“Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be a substitute for permanent wiring. Extension
cords and flexible cords shall not be affixed to structures, extended through walls, ceilings or
floors, or under doors or floor coverings, nor shall such cords be subject to environmental
damage or physical impact. Extension cords shall only be used with portable appliances.”
Extension cords are being ran on the ground and exposed to environmental impacts. Extension
cords shall be removed. If a permanent wiring situation is needed, submit necessary permit
application(s).
3. Exit Width (SLOMC 15.02.010, California Building Code 11B 403.5.1[3])
“Except as provided in Sections 11B-403.5.2 and 11B-403.5.3, the clear width of walking
surfaces shall be 36 inches (914 mm) minimum.”
A sitting area consisting of barrels, barstools and a tabletop are blocking the required path. At the time of
inspection, there was only a 33” clearance. The items shall be moved or removed to allow a continuous
path with 36 inches of clear walking width.
ALL REQUIRED WORK MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN 90 DAYS OF PERMIT ISSUANCE.
We request that you voluntarily take action to correct the above noted violation(s) no later than July 17, 2022.
These violations constitute a public nuisance and must be abated. Failure to correct the violation(s) by the
specified date will result in the issuance of an Administrative Citation requiring paymen t of FINES in accordance
with SLOMC Chapter 1.24. For Municipal Code violations that remain uncorrected after issuance of an
Administrative Citation, the City may seek enforcement by other civil or criminal remedies.
Any person having a title interest in the property may request a Director’s review of this Notice by completing the
enclosed Request for Director’s Review Form and submitting it to the Community Development Department via
email at code@slocity.org or to 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, within five (5) days of the date of
this Notice. This Notice shall be deemed final unless you timely file a Request for Director’s Review.
We look forward to working with you to resolve these violations and would like to thank you for your effort s to
maintain your property and to help preserve the safety and beauty of our community. If you have questions,
please contact the undersigned Officer at (805) 783-7841 or ssheats@slocity.org.
Sincerely,
____________________________
Steve Sheats, Code Enforcement Officer
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Enclosures: Request for Directors Review