Board finds multiple violations at 5106 E. 122nd Ave., orders corrections and sets $50/day fine

The Code Enforcement Board found multiple code violations at 5106 East 122nd Avenue and ordered the respondent to correct outstanding items by March 11, 2026.

Code Compliance Officer Laurie Smith described several categories of unresolved violations — partially constructed structure exceeding allowable time limits, accumulation of debris and construction materials, outdoor storage of construction supplies on a residentially zoned lot, and a fence in need of repair. Smith told the board she had posted notice and performed reinspections; one permit‑related item had been brought into compliance prior to the hearing and an affidavit of compliance was submitted.

Respondent Dina Ramirez Cadarce said she had removed visible debris and submitted photographic evidence, but she described contractor delays, rebar inspection scheduling and budget constraints that slowed construction progress. She told the board she had scheduled a rebar inspection and planned further work. “I paid $2,745 for that house every month, and I can prove it to you guys,” Ramirez said when describing the financial strain affecting progress.

Board members discussed benchmarks for demonstrable progress; staff suggested passing a rebar inspection or showing that framing work had begun would constitute meaningful progress. After discussion the board found violations for the remaining items, set March 11, 2026 as the compliance date, and established a $50‑per‑day fine for continued noncompliance. Board members and staff offered to assist with status checks and to pursue nonprofit referrals to help the respondent if possible.

The board emphasized that repeat violations will lead to higher fines and that the respondent should provide status updates and documentation to code enforcement ahead of the next hearing.