pages: CityCouncil/2009-03-03.pdf, 4
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CityCouncil | 2009-03-03 | 4 | a determination is made that there is no impact. The Building Official responded the property owner would have the ability to appeal before completing the report; stated there would not be a cost until the report is submitted; staff is being careful in identifying the buildings volunteer engineers would be inspecting the buildings. Mayor Johnson stated a speaker at the last Council meeting mentioned that he did some retrofitting and believes that his structure is sound; inquired whether the speaker could appeal before a study is performed, to which the Building Official responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Tam inquired whether insurance companies and banks penalize property owners once the buildings are identified as soft story. The Building Official responded insurance companies know whether a building is soft story; Berkeley and Fremont owners have been able to obtain insurance and loans. Councilmember Matarrese moved final passage of the ordinance. Mayor Johnson seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Gilmore stated that she was not at Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 4 March 3, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-03-03.pdf |