Creating Safer Neighborhoods: A Guide to Preventing Illicit Activity

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1 Creating Safer Neighborhoods: A Guide to Preventing Illicit Activity CHA Owner Symposium October 2013

2 Department of Buildings Strategic Inspection Task Force The STF is a team of inspectors from the Department of Buildings that conduct targeted inspections of residential and commercial properties in which the police department executes a search warrant with positive results (drugs, weapons, cash, and related paraphernalia). The cases are heard in Administrative Hearings Cases are closed when the owner complies with both the code and criminal violations To protect the interests of homeowners, the STF only takes referrals from CPD

results (drugs, weapons, cash, and related paraphernalia).

3 Drug and Gang House Enforcement Any person who any premise and encourages or permits illegal activity to occur or fails to implement reasonable and warranted abatement measures for the premise shall be subject to a fine in the amount of $200 - $6,000 for each day that the nuisance exists. Municipal Code of Chicago Every existing building shall comply with the code requirements in force and applicable to such building. Municipal Code of Chicago An owner of, or any person in management or control of, any building or premises that is found to be in violation of the provision of the code shall be liable for any violation therein, existing or occurring. Municipal Code of Chicago Any violation shall be punished by a fine of no less than $200 and no more than $500 and each day such violation shall constitute a separate and distinct offense for which a fine as herein provided shall be imposed. Municipal Code of Chicago

Municipal Code of Chicago 8-4-090 Every existing building shall comply with the code requirements in force and applicable to such building.

4 Department of Buildings Strategic Inspection Task Force ALWAYS do a criminal background check along with a credit report The Departments of Buildings and Law both recommend using a service that is web-based and will reflect both arrests and convictions. In addition, they recommend doing monthly updates. Always ask for a state issued identification at the time of application.

that is web-based and will reflect both arrests and convictions.

5 Department of Buildings Strategic Inspection Task Force The ID should NEVER look like this:

6 Lease Enforcement ALWAYS use a Lease! Month-to-Month leases are legal, however, they are nearly impossible to enforce in court. Never use an online lease, as it might contradict certain portions of Chicago s lease. Remember that you are not obligated to extend a lease past its expiration date. However, it is recommended that you give between days notice to your tenant. Your lease can contain certain riders for specific situations.

Never use an online lease, as it might contradict certain portions of Chicago s lease.

7 Lease Enforcement Please note that upon sale of property, any existing leases, lawsuits and code violations are not voided and become the responsibility of the new owner.

8 Department of Buildings Strategic Inspection Task Force Major Building Code Issues

9 Department of Buildings Strategic Inspection Task Force Porch Construction

10 Porch Construction Bad Good

11 Recognize Porch Problems Separation Rotted

12 Interior Stairs Missing Tread & Riser Improper Stringer Connection

13 Interior Walls Broken Plaster Mold

14 Management Signage Incorrect Correct

15 Exterior Maintenance Rodent Accessible Tripping Hazard

16 Chimney Maintenance Properly Constructed Brick Chimney FLUE Cinderblock Chimney and Brick Chimney MISSING CAPPING STONE CAP OPEN MORTAR JOINTS

17 Electrical Problems Dangerous Open Meter Box Rusted Meter Boxes

18 Electrical Problems Service Panel Outlet

19 Electrical Problems Frayed Service Entrance Cable Loose Service Riser Weather Head Service Riser Meter Hub

20 Exterior Electrical Hazards Missing GFCI and Improper Installation Not Secured to Building and Improper Box

21 Exterior Electrical Hazards Overuse of Extension Cords Extension Cord in Doorway

22 Carbon Monoxide Hazards Using Stove for Heat Improper Flue Pipe

23 Plumbing Violations Flexible Connections Open Sewer

24 Plumbing Violations How many violations do you see on this water heater? Missing P-Trap

25 Plumbing Violations Missing pipe on pressure relief valve Dissimilar Metals

26 Improper Shoring Improper Shoring Collapsing Floor Joist

27 Damaged Floor Joists Improper Repair Water Damage and Rot

28 Exterior Wall Open Mortar Joints Rusted Lintel

29 Apartment Security Improper Keyed Locks Proper Thumb Latch

30 Smoke and C.O. Detectors Check the batteries on your devices when the tenants move in Please note that detectors have a shelf life of eight (8) years As the landlord, you are only responsible for the smoke and C.O. Detectors each time that the unit turns over

31 Safety Tips Always trust your instincts when selecting a tenant. Get to know the police that patrol your property(ies). Get to know your fellow property owners, neighbors, and managers. Consider joining or forming a landlord networking group. When showing apartments, minimize the frequency in which you are alone. Encourage tenants to pay with checks or money orders only.

32 Safety Tips Never keep cash on the premises Deposit money ASAP. Vary deposit times and locations. Keep a current inventory of tools and equipment. A copy of this list should be with your insurance company. Never project fear. When in doubt, talk to yourself. Avoid taking a fancy car to pick up the rent.

33 Key City Contacts Chicago Police Department CAPS: (312) Chicago Police Department TBU: (312) Department of Buildings: (312) Department of Streets and Sanitation Neighborhood Services: (312) /0256 Chicago Housing Authority: (312)

34 Other Contacts Association of Condominium and Town Home Owners Associations: (312) Apartment Building Owners and Manager Association: (312) Chicago Association of Realtors: (312) Community Investment Corporation: (312) Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago: (800) Office of the HUD Inspector General: (312)

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