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CityCouncil | 2013-06-18 | 8 | Mr. Villapando stated the framing openings are not for windows and doors; the wood is new because rotted out wood was replaced; the framing has been there for years. Mayor Gilmore stated the openings appear to be for windows. Mr. Villapando stated windows located on the property were for another project. Mayor Gilmore inquired whether Mr. Villapando is claiming the framing has been in place since the 1980s, to which Mr. Villapando responded in the affirmative; stated wood was only replaced. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft outlined other violations, including theft of power; inquired whether Mr. Villapando is contesting each violation, to which Mr. Villapando responded in the affirmative; stated that he has a rebuttal for each violation. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the Council gave 90 days to resolve the matter at the Hearing last year and staff attempts to work with the property owner have been unsuccessful; inquired whether Mr. Villapando could address said matter. Mr. Villapando responded permits exist for everything. Mayor Gilmore stated Mr. Villapando is claiming no work has been done; inquired about converting the garage and basement to habitable space. Mr. Villapando responded there are permits and plans for said construction. Mayor Gilmore inquired whether Mr. Villapando admits said work has been done. Mr. Villapando responded the remodeling was done in 1976 with permits. Mayor Gilmore inquired whether the construction was completed, to which Mr. Villapando responded that he does not have the final approval; stated staff is alleging the work has been done without permits, but there are permits; that he would get permits and work with the City if he could work with a different inspector. Councilmember Tam stated on September 26, 2012, the attorney indicated that he was no longer representing the property owner; inquired whether there was any communication with City staff regarding the permits. Mr. Villapando responded a complaint was filed against the attorney; stated that he wants to work with the City. Mayor Gilmore noted nine months have gone by with no contact. Mr. Villapando stated that he has been compiling information. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 June 18, 2013 | CityCouncil/2013-06-18.pdf |