Building Standards Board - 2026-02-12

The board found the single-story residential main structure at 2781 West Jet Road to be a public nuisance not feasible for repair, citing collapsed roof, missing walls, rotted foundation, and exposure to elements. Owner Philip M. Ross contested the board's authority. Vote was 6-0 for demolition within 30 days with utilities cut and vacate order issued.

Accessory structure #2 consisting of 12 utility poles with exposed electrical panel at 2781 West Jet Road was found to be a public nuisance in violation of subsections 12 and 15. Board voted 6-0 for demolition within 30 days with electrical utilities disconnected.

The 4-5 story tower structure (accessory #1) at 2781 West Jet Road was reset to the next available hearing date. Owner must provide a current stamped engineer's report and repair plan within 30 days. Structure built without permits using utility poles and welded metal framing, with fire damage. Initial demolition motion tied 3-3.

Property at 315 Coyol Street was reset for a future hearing. The fire-damaged structure (fire occurred 03/09/2023) was recently transferred to new owner Elizabeth Foster through divorce proceedings in August 2025. Owner requested time to gather information and assess options; insurance money exists with mortgage company.

Main structure and two accessory structures at 1442 East Chavanagh Road, owned by Lily G. Rodriguez, were ordered demolished within 30 days. Property had unpermitted additions, severe trash/debris accumulation, 10+ cats, ammonia smell, exposed wiring, and was occupied by daughter-in-law. Relocation services were offered multiple times and declined.

Main structure and attached accessory at 1239 Culebra Road were ordered demolished within 30 days. Property is gutted, listing severely, has fire/smoke damage, graffiti, and evidence of vagrant use. Located near Pauline Nelson Early Childhood Education Center. Aliso Vasquez, who purchased property in 2017 through Ferelli Motors, appeared and supported demolition.

Main structure and detached accessory at 102 Sweet Briar Avenue, owned by Richard V. Garza and Nancy Q. Garza, were ordered demolished within 30 days. Property has been secured twice by city but continues to be accessed by vagrants. Located on corner with high foot traffic near Via bus stop and just outside 1,000 feet from Marin B. Fenwick Academy. Neighbors submitted written complaint about drug addicts and prostitutes using property.