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3000 Jackson H & W Building UpdateCity of Dubuque City Council Meeting Action Items # 01. Copyrighted November 20, 2023 ITEM TITLE: 3000 Jackson H & W Building Update SUMMARY: City Manager providing to City Council an update on 3000 Jackson, H & W Building. SUGGESTED Suggested Disposition: Receive and File DISPOSITION: ATTACHMENTS: Description Type MVM Memo City Manager Memo Staff memo - update Staff Memo Original Demolition/Repair Order Supporting Documentation Order for Permanent Fence Supporting Documentation Emergency Order to Repair/Demolish Supporting Documentation 2018 Engineers Letter of Stabilization Work Supporting Documentation 2021 Estimate for Demolition Supporting Documentation Letter Sent to Adjacent Homeowners Supporting Documentation Fence Layout Supporting Documentation October 2021 Order Supporting Documentation W HKS Letter of Critical Areas of Concern Supporting Documentation HW Road Closure Picture (1) Supporting Documentation HW Road Closure Picture (2) Supporting Documentation HW Road Closure Picture (3) Supporting Documentation HW Road Closure Picture (4) Supporting Documentation HW Deconstruction Picture 1 Supporting Documentation HW Deconstruction Picture 2 Supporting Documentation HW Deconstruction Picture 3 Supporting Documentation THE C DUjIBQTE Masterpiece on the Mississippi TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager SUBJECT: 3000 Jackson H & W Building Update DATE: November 16, 2023 Dubuque WAWca 914 ii 2007-2012.2013 2017*2019 Housing & Community Development Director Alexis Steger is providing to City Council an update on 3000 Jackson, H & W Building. v Mic ael C. Van Milligen MCVM:sv Attachment CC' Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager Alexis Steger, Housing & Community Development Director Jill Connors; Economic Development Director Wally Wernimont, Planning Services Director Michael Belmont, Asst. Housing & Comm Development Director Dubuque THE CITY OF All -America My nni K xvni , nz: a:u�ir, DUB E 2007-2012.2013 Masterpiece on the Mississippi 2017*2019 TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager Economic Development Department 1300 Main Street Dubuque, Iowa 52001-4763 Office (563) 589-4393 TTY (563) 690-6678 http://www.cityofdubuque.org FROM: Alexis M. Steger, Housing and Community Development Director SUBJECT: 3000 Jackson H & W Building Update DATE: November 16, 2023 INTRODUCTION This memorandum provides a status update on the H & W project at 3000 Jackson Street. BACKGROUND Steve Emerson owns the building at 3000 and 3040 Jackson Street locally known as the H&W Brewing and Malting Building. This building has been deteriorating at an exponential rate since the collapse of the mid -section of 3000 Jackson Street in 2015. The city has taken several actions to try to stop the deterioration of the building. Specifically in the past five years the city required a structural and stability review in 2018 following a $1,015,154 investment from the owner to deconstruct the collapsed materials and unstable areas of the building from the 2015 collapse. In 2021, as the building continued to deteriorate, the City issued orders to repair and stabilize exterior brick that was falling from the building. This work was completed by October 22, 2021, as per the order. At the same time, the city ordered a structural assessment of all steel beams and columns. In June 2023, the city received complaints that a window fell from one of the towers at 3000 Jackson Street. This window had fallen within the temporary fencing that was in place at this time to prevent the public from entering the property. At the same time, it was reported that squatters were entering the building through a window using a pallet as a ladder for access. The city issued the owner additional orders to Vacate and Demolish or Repair the structure. In this notice the owner was required to secure the building from unauthorized entry, properly board all windows, resecure or remove additional loose appurtenances or pediments that may become dislodged, provide a structural assessment of the southwest building and demolish or repair the building within 180 days. Additionally, on June 16t", 2023, the city ordered a permanent fence with barb wire at the top be erected immediately to protect the public. Due to a lack of communication and action from the owner regarding the structural assessment of the building in June the city hired WHKS & Co to perform the structural assessment. Upon receipt of the report from WHKS & Co in August 2023, the city issued emergency orders to address the areas of concern listed in the report, and closed the roads in the fall zone areas identified by the Engineer. The owner complied with the emergency orders and within 14 days provided a detailed plan to address each area of concern. Within 30 days the proper permits were issued, and construction began shortly after by Zinser, a construction company hired by the owner. At the beginning of November, it was noted that the public was ignoring the road closures and continuously moving the road closed barriers. Concrete barriers were erected to re - enforce the road closure to keep the public away from the fall zone. All properties within the fall zone were sent a letter and received a visit from the Housing and Community Development Department explaining that their home sat in a fall zone and the city will continue to work with the owner to try to stabilize or deconstruct the building. DISCUSSION Zinser has removed the south wall of the building that was an area of concern. After removal of this wall and some of the roofing elements, Zinser stopped construction due to concern that the building would become too unstable if they removed the roof and parapets. Zinser required an engineered bracing of the building be provided prior to any further deconstruction. The owner has an engineer working on this bracing system currently. The city does not want further deconstruction to continue until all parties have reviewed the bracing system and agreed that deconstruction efforts can continue. This includes a review by WHKS & Co hired by the city. The fall zone (road closure area) remains an area of danger to the public until the building can be stabilized, deconstructed in some areas, and then reviewed by a structural engineer to deem the building safe for the public. 2 December 3, 2023, will mark 180 days since the first demolition/repair order was issued. If the city does not agree to provide the owner with any additional time to complete the demolition work, the city would have the ability to move forward with the demolition work. The cost would be assessed back to the property; however, the city would bear the cost of demolition until that assessment was paid. Per Iowa Code 364.12: "a city may perform the required action and assess the costs against the property for collection in the same manner as property tax" RECOMMENDATION This memo is for information only. CC: Jill Connors; Economic Development Director Wally Wernimont, City Planner Michael Belmont, Asst. Housing & Comm Development Director 3 THE CITY OF DU B�E-3&-FE, Masterpiece on the Mississippi June 6th, 2023 Dubuque Inspections & Construction Services All-Metin CRY 350 West 6th Street — Suite 312 -a cnx; i sr i x j I r Dubuque, Iowa 52001 Office: 563-589-4150 2007•2012•20i3 Fax: 563-690-6687 2017*2019 building@cityofdubugue.org www.ctiyofdubuque.org Notice and Order to Vacate and Demolish or Repair structure at 3000 Jackson Street, Dubuque IA 52001, with a legal description: Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Dinosaur Place, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Liebe's Subdivision No. 3 The building official has found the building/structure intended as a commercial building on the above - mentioned lot to be dangerous based on the following conditions: • a portion of the building has been damaged by fire, earthquake, wind, flood or by any other cause, to such an extent that the structural strength or stability thereof is materially less than it was before such catastrophe and is less than the minimum requirements of the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location. • a portion or member or appurtenance thereof is likely to fail, or to become detached or dislodged, or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property. • A portion of the building has wracked, warped, buckled, or settled to such an extent that walls or other structural portions have materially less resistance to winds than is required in the case of similar new construction. • The building or structure, or any portion thereof, because of, 1) dilapidation, deterioration or decay; 2) faulty construction; 3) the removal, movement or instability of any portion of the ground necessary for the purpose of supporting such building; 4) the deterioration, decay or inadequacy of its foundation; or 5) any other cause, is likely to partially or completely collapse. The building must remain vacated and continuously secured from unauthorized entry. All windows must be properly boarded by June 1511, 2023. Any loose appurtenances or pediments which may become dislodged must be removed or secured. A structural assessment on the southwest building, south facing wall is required. The building shall be demolished or repaired. All permits must be secured for demolition or repair within sixty (60) days from the date of this order. Demolition must be completed within ninety (180) days from the date of this order. City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department 1 350 W. 6`" St, Suite 312 1 Dubuque, IA 52001 563.589.4150 If required permits and demolition or repair work is not completed within the timeframes noted, the building official may proceed to cause the work to be done and charge the costs thereof against the property or its owner. This work has been deemed necessary on an emergency basis, and therefore an appeal of these orders will not stay work deadlines or alter the timelines required herein. Michael Belmont, Building Official City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department 1 350 W. 61h St, Suite 312 1 Dubuque, IA 52001 563.589.4150 THE CITY OF DU B�E-3&-FE, Masterpiece on the Mississippi June 15th, 2023 Dubuque Inspections & Construction Services All-Metin CRY 350 West 6th Street — Suite 312 -a cnx; i sr i x j I r Dubuque, Iowa 52001 Office: 563-589-4150 2007•2012•20i3 Fax: 563-690-6687 2017*2019 buildingPcitvofdubuque.org www.ctiyofdubuque.org Notice and Order to secure structure at 3000 Jackson Street, Dubuque IA 52001, with a legal description: Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Dinosaur Place, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Liebe's Subdivision No. 3 The building official has found the building/structure intended as a commercial building on the above - mentioned lot to be dangerous based on the following conditions: • a portion of the building has been damaged by fire, earthquake, wind, flood or by any other cause, to such an extent that the structural strength or stability thereof is materially less than it was before such catastrophe and is less than the minimum requirements of the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location. • a portion or member or appurtenance thereof is likely to fail, or to become detached or dislodged, or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property. • A portion of the building has wracked, warped, buckled, or settled to such an extent that walls or other structural portions have materially less resistance to winds than is required in the case of similar new construction. • The building or structure, or any portion thereof, because of, 1) dilapidation, deterioration or decay; 2) faulty construction; 3) the removal, movement or instability of any portion of the ground necessary for the purpose of supporting such building; 4) the deterioration, decay or inadequacy of its foundation; or 5) any other cause, is likely to partially or completely collapse. Within (7) days, a minimum eight feet tall (8'-0") chain link fence, with 3 strand barbed wire arms at each post, must be permanently installed around the perimeter of the property to prohibit unauthorized entry. See attached Exibit A — "Fence Location" for extents. One 36" (minimum) wide gate with a secure lock, must be installed at the west side of the property. One 72" wide gate with a secure lock must be installed on the south side of the property, aligned with the utility easement. One min. 120" wide gate with a secure lock shall be installed at the courtyard entrance to provide emergency vehicle access if required. All secure locks shall be keyed alike. A key box (Knox or equal) is required to be installed adjacent to the 96" wide gate for access in case of emergency. (cont' d) City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department 1 350 W. 6`" St, Suite 312 1 Dubuque, IA 52001 563.589.4150 If the required fencing is not completed within the timeframe noted, the building official may proceed to cause the work to be done and charge the costs thereof against the property or its owner. This work has been deemed necessary on an emergency basis, and therefore an appeal of these orders will not stay work deadlines or alter the timelines required herein. Michael Belmont, Building Official City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department 1 350 W. 6`" St, Suite 312 1 Dubuque, IA 52001 563.589.4150 w r I I I I I 41 � L - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - E 3oth 5 0 F__ - Z� APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF PERMANENT CHAIN LINK FENCING: ALIGN NEAR BACK OF TELEPHONE POLES (SIDEWALK TO REMAIN INSIDE OF FENCED AREA) E 30th St F_ -� w LA ! s a APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF PERMANENT CHAIN LINK FENCING: NEAR BACK OF CURB (SIDEWALK TO REMAIN INSIDE OF FENCED AREA) APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF 6'-0" WIDE GATE FOR UTILITY ACCESS (VERIFY EXACT LOCATION) 3000 Jackson Street Dubuque THE C DUUB� TE I I I. " 2007-2012.2013 2017*2019 Masterpiece on the Mississippi Fence Location Project number Date 6/15/2023 Drawn by MB Checked by Exhibit A Scale 1" = 100'-0" a M N O M N O N ro z. THE CY OF DITuB E Masterpiece on the Mississippi 3000 Jackson, LC C/O Steve Emerson 221 2nd Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 Dubuque All-AneMa CVj 2007*2012.2013 2017*2019 Subject: Immediate Action Required - Structural Assessment Findings Mr. Emerson, Inspection & Construction Services 350 W. 611 St., Suite 312 Dubuque, IA 52001-4845 Office: (563) 589-4150 Fax: (563) 589-4244 TTY: (563) 690-6678 Building@CityofDubugue.org I am writing to provide you with a crucial update resulting from an ongoing structural condition assessment of the Dubuque Brewing and Malting Building at 3000 Jackson street as ordered by the City in the interest of public safety. The assessment, performed by WHKS & Co, has uncovered areas of critical concern that demand swift and decisive action. The ten areas of concern identified in the attached structural assessment report update letter require immediate corrective action. Within 14 days from the date of this letter, provide to our office a detailed plan to address each of the areas of concern. Within 30 Days from the date of this letter, procure permits for work required to address each of the areas of concern. Within 60 Days from the date of this letter, complete corrective actions for each of the areas of concern. Your immediate attention to this matter is required. A failure in this building would be catastrophic and could endanger life, limb, and property. We anticipate a prompt resolution to address these critical concerns. Failure to adhere to the deadlines in this letter or to otherwise take prompt corrective action will result in legal action from the City. Should any questions arise, do not hesitate to reach out to contact me at MBelmont@CityofDubuque.org Sincerely, Michael Belmont, Building Official VEENSTRA & KIMM, INC. 275 East 10th Street • Dubuque, Iowa 52001 563.583.9979 June 12, 2018 Mayor Buol and City Councilmembers Dubuque City Hall 131h and Central Avenue Dubuque IA 52001 RE: Former Dubuque Malting Company Building Rehabilitation — 300 Jackson Street Mayor Buol and Council Veenstra and Kimm, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa has been engaged by Steve Emerson of 3000 Jackson, LLC. to assist with the structural and stability evaluation of the building identified above. In this capacity, we can attest that the deconstruction of the collapsed and unstable area of the building has been completed. In completing this phase of the project, Mr. Emerson has expended funds totaling $1,015,154.85. He has utilized the services of the following companies: D.W. Zinser Company, Inc. of Walford, Iowa Aspect Carpentry of Cedar Rapids, Iowa T&K Roofing of Ely, Iowa Veenstra and Kimm, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa Prestige Masonry of Anamosa, Iowa Aspect Architecture of Cedar Rapids, Iowa A summary of expenses is included in this submittal. Should the City have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me at 563.845.9979 or at sthompson@v-k.net. Respectfully Mtevenompson, PE Vice President Veenstra and Kimm, Inc. Encl. Cc: Steve Emerson, 3000 Jackson, LLC. West Des Moines, IA • Coralville, IA • Mason City, IA • Sioux City, IA • Moline, IL • Springfield, IL • Liberty, MO • Dubuque, IA • Cedar Rapids, IA 9/29/2021 Estimated Cost to Demolish H&W Building Footprint Area 64,200 Average Height Total Cost Per Cubic Demolition Cubic Feet Ft Cost 45 2,889,000 $ 0.60 $ 1,733,400 $ Notes: 2016 IRS Means puts masonry building demolition cost at 0.39 per cubic foot. Unit cost adjusted 15% for inflation and includes a 0.15/ft3 surcharge for the assumption that materials will have contamination. Inlcludes demolition, transportation (20 Miles) and tipping fees. Cost does not include foundation demolition or basement backfill Does not include site restoration (Grading, seeding, etc.) Footprint Area was taken from google earth Average Height estimated from Elevations. OH&P 6% Total Cost 104,004 $ 1,837,404 Dubuque THE CITY OF DUB E All•IUeenw Cry 111 1; I I Masterpiece an the Mississippi 2007.2012-2013 2017*2019 August 11, 2023 Dear Resident/Property Owner: On August 11, 2023, the City of Dubuque received a report from a structural engineering firm hired by the City to assess the structural integrity of the Dubuque Malting & Brewing building (old H&W building) at 3000 Jackson Street. That report identified significant concerns regarding several portions of the building, including the 80' tall brick wall at the front of the building along Jackson Street, the two 110' tall towers along the same portion of the building, and the exterior walls along E 30`h Street. The City has declared the building to be a Dangerous Building under the City Code, and the City Manager has ordered the immediate implementation of several precautionary measures, one of which is this notification to you. The City has no information indicating that a structural collapse is imminent. However, if a collapse were to occur, ,your property is within the potential fall zone as identified by the structural engineers. Due to the uncertainty of the situation, the City is unable to provide additional instructions/advice but encourages you to take whatever steps you believe to be appropriate to protect yourself, your guests, and your property while the City works to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. The City has notified the building's owner and demanded immediate corrective action. Several weeks ago, the City closed the portion of E 30' Street along the side of the building. Out of an abundance of caution, the City is also now closing the portion of Jackson Street along the front of the building, including the sidewalks on both sides of the street. Both streets will remain closed and traffic rerouted until the threat to public safety has been eliminated. Residents should avoid these areas until further notice. Additional information will be provided when available. Please take this notice seriously and be cautious in the area. For additional information, please call the Housing & Community Development Department at 563-690-6072. Michael Belmont, Building Official w r I I I I I 41 � L - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - E 3oth 5 0 F__ - Z� APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF PERMANENT CHAIN LINK FENCING: ALIGN NEAR BACK OF TELEPHONE POLES (SIDEWALK TO REMAIN INSIDE OF FENCED AREA) E 30th St F_ -� w LA ! s a APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF PERMANENT CHAIN LINK FENCING: NEAR BACK OF CURB (SIDEWALK TO REMAIN INSIDE OF FENCED AREA) APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF 6'-0" WIDE GATE FOR UTILITY ACCESS (VERIFY EXACT LOCATION) 3000 Jackson Street Dubuque THE C DUUB� TE I I I. " 2007-2012.2013 2017*2019 Masterpiece on the Mississippi Fence Location Project number Date 6/15/2023 Drawn by MB Checked by Exhibit A Scale 1" = 100'-0" a M N O M N O N ro z. Dubuque Building Services Department THE CITY OF � 50 w 13th St R A&A•erbp4 Dubuque, Iowa 52001-4648 Du L E 1' 11 l Office (563) 589-4231 Fax (563) 589-424444 Try (563) 589-4230 the 2�'2012 www.citvofdubuaue.org Masterpiece on the Mississippi 2013.2017 Notice and Order for Building Demolition October 20, 2021 Notice of Dangerous Building and Order to Repair Lot 1 and Lot 2 of Dinosaur Place, and Lot 2 of Lot 1 of Liebe's Subdivision No. 3 The building official has found the building/structure intended as a commercial building on the above mentioned lot to be dangerous based on the following conditions: • A portion of the building has been damaged by fire, earthquake, wind, flood or by any other cause, to such an extent that the structural strength or stability thereof is materially less than it was before such catastrophe and is less than the minimum requirements of the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location • A portion or member or appurtenance thereof is likely to fail, or to become detached or dislodged, or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property • A portion of the building has wracked, warped, buckled or settled to such an extent that walls or other structural portions have materially less resistance to winds than is required in the case of similar new construction. • The building or structure, or any portion thereof, because of: 1) dilapidation, deterioration or decay; 2) faulty construction; 3) the removal, movement or instability of any portion of the ground necessary for the purpose of supporting such building; 4) the deterioration, decay or inadequacy of its foundation; or 5) any other cause, is likely to partially or completely collapse. • The building or structure, or any portion thereof, is manifestly unsafe for the purpose for which it is being used Work scheduled to be completed under the permit pulled by RW Restoration must commence by Friday October 221d, 2021. If the contractor is unable to meet this deadline, they must contact the Code Official at the City of Dubuque directly with this information. Steel beams and columns must be evaluated per the Structural Assessment, immediately. By Friday October 22Id, 2021 identify the vendor/contractor providing this service and when they will provide this evaluation. City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department 1 350 W. 6`h St, Suite 3121 Dubuque, IA 52001 563.589.42311 Windows exposed with glass remaining in the opening must be properly boarded by Monday October 25th, 2021. Per the Structural Assessment, the mason contracted to conduct emergency repairs will need to identify areas of deficiency that cannot be visually evaluated. A bi-weekly report of findings by the mason is required to be submitted to the Code Official starting November 1, 2021. Any deficiencies found that may pose an immediate threat to the public, or the structural integrity of the building, will be report to the Code Official immediately upon discovery. Insurance documents will be updated and provided to All Connors at the City of Dubuque by Monday October 25`h, 2021. If the orders above are not completed within the timeframes noted, the building official may proceed to cause the work to be done and charge the costs thereof against the property or its owner. This work has been deemed necessary on an emergency basis, and therefore an appeal of these orders will not stay work/timelines required herein. Michael Belmont, Building Official City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department 1 350 W. 6`h St, Suite 3121 Dubuque, IA 52001 563.589.42311 1701 Route 35 North East Dubuque, IL 61025 Phone: 815.747.8833 Fax: 815.747.6043 Email: eastdub@whks.com Website: www.whks.com August 11, 2023 Mike Belmont Assistant Housing Director City of Dubuque 350 W. 6th St. Suite #312 Dubuque, IA 52001 RE: Dubuque 3000 Jackson St Building — Structural Evaluation Project Update Dear Mr. Belmont: whks engineers + planners + land surveyors This letter is an update of our structural evaluation work of the building at 3000 Jackson Street in Dubuque. Last week we continued our evaluation of the structure by inspecting accessible interior areas and the courtyard walls (northwest wall). In addition, we performed additional survey scanning to supplement previous scans. We are continuing to work on our report but want to make you aware of some critical areas of concern. Critical Areas Ten areas of concern have been identified at this time. These areas are labeled and shown in Table 1 and Figure 1 below. Each area is discussed briefly below and summary photos with notes are included in Appendix A. Table 1 - Critical Areas 1 Northwest Tower 2 Southwest Tower 3 Southwest Face — Lintel 4 Southeast Wall Section 1 5 Southeast Wall Section 2 6 Northeast Wall - Corner Columns 7 Northwest Wall Section 1 8 Northwest Wall — Elevator Tower 9 West Wing — Northeast Interior Wall 10 East Wing — Southwest Interior Wall 9290.16 E r Cad ,a ,. IM i„" gyllll„F,l �k_: �_ _ _ _..�-_ . P5