News Update from James T. Smith Jr., County Executive Rental Registration Program Successful Towson, Md. (February 3, 2009) — Baltimore County officials released information today demonstrating significant compliance with the County's rental registration legislation that was passed by the Baltimore County Council on November 19, 2007. The initial legislation was later amended on July 7, 2008 to extend the deadline for compliance from July 1, 2008 to January 1, 2009. At the beginning of the registration process, county code enforcement officials estimated that 12,000-15,000 dwellings in Baltimore County qualified for registration under the provisions of the law. As of February 1, 2009, 11,468 addresses are now registered as part of the rental registration program. "The fact that Baltimore County now has nearly 12,000 properties registered is remarkable," said Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith. "From the beginning, this legislation was about the quality-of-life in our communities. I commend county staff, community leaders, and property owners for their efforts." Protects Safety, Health and Welfare Rental registration protects the safety, health and welfare of tenants of by creating an additional procedure for the enforcement of county codes and regulations. The legislation requires a home inspection of each rental unit by a licensed private inspector. These mandatory inspections ensure that electrical and plumbing systems are functional with no apparent hazards, that windows are operational, that all combustion appliances are properly vented, that there is a secondary means of escape from all sleeping areas, and that smoke detectors are correctly installed and properly located. "Having rental properties registered with the County will help maintain our communities," said Ed Kilcullen, President of the Greater Towson Council of Community Associations. "This is a very positive step, and I am pleased that Baltimore County now has a comprehensive registration process in place." The County administrative fee for the mandatory rental housing license application varies from $40 to $50. Applications must be submitted to the Code Enforcement Bureau along with an official inspection sheet completed by a licensed inspector. Landlords are responsible for hiring a qualified inspector who is licensed by the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation. Certain rental dwellings are exempt from this law, including those that: "There are over 3,000 addresses now registered in my district," said Councilman Johnny Olszewski, Sr. "I was confident that the county could develop an effective program and it did. Compliance with this legislation is good news for people in eastern Baltimore County." Progarm a Success "The success of this program is an example of what government can do when it focuses on issues that make a real difference in the day-to-day lives of its citizens," said Councilman Vince Gardina. "While rental registration will improve neighborhoods all around the county, it is particularly welcome in Towson." Landlords Can Visit the County Web Site Landlords who have not yet registered their property are encouraged to visit the County's Rental Housing License web pages, to download all necessary documents related to the Rental Registration Law Paper copies of these documents are also available at all Baltimore County public libraries, senior centers, and at the Code Enforcement Bureau, located in Room 213 of the County Office Building, 111 W. Chesapeake Avenue, Towson, MD 21204. Landlords who fail to register rental property in Baltimore County are subject to a $1,000 civil penalty. A complete list of properties registered in the county will be available online in the near future. For additional information regarding rental registration, individuals may call 410-887-6060.
Nearly 12,000 Addresses Now On File
529 people sick from the salmonella outbreak, 8 people who died from it, and 420 products recalled.
~ WOW ~
Michael Doyle, head of the food safety center at the University of Georgia said. "I think this peanut plant is just an example of the weakness in our system."
I say… Let this be an example of why inspectors of all kind should give in depth detailed reports!!!!
Some one described the facility extremely dirty and management showed no signs in keeping the building maintained. Rather more worried about the numbers and volume the company produced. Now the state of Georgia will provide inspectors with more in depth training in order to inspect properly. Its noted that the problem likely spans far beyond Georgia.
~~~~~ WHAT ~~~~
A Health inspector in Georgia toured the plant and only noted two minor violations in October. Then less then 3 month later, a federal inspector found roaches, mold, leaking roof and other problems.
The roof was leaking for months and continued to leak.
Food and safety experts say the lapse is a major concern and shows state inspectors are spread thin and might need more training.
~~~~~PLEASE ~~~~ If an inspector of any kind can not spot a leaking roof or even write that there is a “mold" type substance present. Then either someone needs to find a new line of work or they are just down right lazy.
Then it was stated that the department has 60 inspectors responsible for examining 15,000 sites and some territories are left uncovered.
~~~~ They should take advice From the Baltimore County Council ~~~~
Find away to take care of your problem before it becomes out of control.
In my opinion Baltimore County was smart for stepping up and making it known that there is concern about the rental properties in the county. So instead of ignoring the potential problem… They made it mandatory for all rental properties to be inspected by a “State Licensed Home Inspector”. Now the County can have all properties inspected and are able to free up their time to handle those “MAJOR” property concerns.
It’s really a wonder that Baltimore City and other Counties in Maryland have not stepped up and followed example of this new law.
ANYWAY..... When reading this stuff I keep thinking to myself.... this is why I make sure I really look at everything.... and make note of something even when I am not sure!
Even though I am not a health inspector or inspect building such as the peanut butter plant...
I still feel that even in our homes there could be A SAFTEY OR HEALTH ISSUE!!!!!!!
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Nikki Marlatt-Young
Maryland Licensed Home Inspector #30395
(410) 300-8699 - Direct Phone
ae-hi@comcast.net - Direct Email
www.ateasehome.com
Home Inspection & Pre-Sale Inspection Services Provided to all of Maryland Areas
Baltimore County Rental Inspections to any Baltimore County Rental Property Owner
Radon Testing
Another funny email I received today!
Please keep in mind this is "not" a picture colored by one of my children!
ENJOY!!!
Letter to a students teacher followed by the picture:
Dear Mrs. Jones,
I wish to clarify that I am not now, nor have I ever been, an exotic dancer.
I work at Home Depot. I told my daughter how hectic it was last week before the blizzard hit.
I told her we sold out every shovel we had, and when I found one more in the back room, that several people were fighting over who would get it. Her picture doesn't show me dancing around a pole. It's supposed to depict me selling the last snow shovel we had.
From now on I will remember to check her homework more thoroughly before she turns it in.
Sincerely, Mrs. Smith
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Nikki Marlatt-Young
Maryland Licensed Home Inspector #30395
(410) 300-8699 - Direct Phone
ae-hi@comcast.net - Direct Email
www.ateasehome.com
Home Inspection & Pre-Sale Inspection Services Provided to all of Maryland Areas
Baltimore County Rental Inspections to any Baltimore County Rental Property Owner
Radon Testing
I was reading an email from someone today that had me laughing.
Thought I would share….
LETTERS TO THE LANDLORD
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Attention: AGENTS, BROKERS, INVESTORS, PROPERTY MANAGERS, and All Baltimore County
RENTAL PROPERTY OWERS!!!!!!
If you are the Owner, Manager, Agent, or Brroker, responsible for managing a Balt.County Rental Property....
~~~~~ PLEASE READ ON ~~~~~
The new Baltimore County Rental Property Law requires residential rental units be inspected, registered and licensed. The law also requires an inspection of the unit and the property photographed by a "Maryland State Licensed Housing Inspector". To learn more about this law visit the Baltimore County Maryland Goverment Website or you can contact me direct at anytime.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Nikki Marlatt-Young
Maryland Licensed & Certified Home Inspector #30395
(410) 300-8699 ~ Direct Phone
ae-hi@comcast.net ~ Direct Email
www.ateasehome.com
Just a few details of what my service includes
NO - Re-inspection Fees if the property needs to be revisited for any reason!!!
Multi Unit Discounts!!!!!!!
NEVER - pay FULL PRICE for a rental inspection again for as long as you own the property!
Discounted price for rental registration / license when you renew every 3 years!
Typed Paper Work
Embedded Photographs - a Baltimore County Code Enforcement requirment. (see photos above)
I look forward to hearing from you soon!
~ Nikki ~
(410) 300-8699
I was reading an email from someone today that had me laughing.
Thought I would share….
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Attention: AGENTS, BROKERS, INVESTORS, PROPERTY MANAGERS, and All Baltimore County
RENTAL PROPERTY OWERS!!!!!!
If you are the Owner, Manager, Agent, or Brroker, responsible for managing a Balt.County Rental Property....
~~~~~ PLEASE READ ON ~~~~~
The new Baltimore County Rental Property Law requires residential rental units be inspected, registered and licensed. The law also requires an inspection of the unit and the property photographed by a "Maryland State Licensed Housing Inspector". To learn more about this law visit the Baltimore County Maryland Goverment Website or you can contact me direct at anytime.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Nikki Marlatt-Young
Maryland Licensed & Certified Home Inspector #30395
(410) 300-8699 ~ Direct Phone
ae-hi@comcast.net ~ Direct Email
www.ateasehome.com
Just a few details of what my service includes
NO - Re-inspection Fees if the property needs to be revisited for any reason!!!
Multi Unit Discounts!!!!!!!
NEVER - pay FULL PRICE for a rental inspection again for as long as you own the property!
Discounted price for rental registration / license when you renew every 3 years!
Typed Paper Work
Embedded Photographs - a Baltimore County Code Enforcement requirment. (see photos above)
I look forward to hearing from you soon!
~ Nikki ~
(410) 300-8699
Nikki Marlatt-Young Maryland Licensed Home Inspector #30395 AHIT Trained & Certified - Home Inspections, Radon Testing, Qulified Licensed Maryland Inspector for Baltimore County Rental Inspections.
I use to think my start in this industry was Structural Photography. I was wrong!All though being a Structural Photographer did have a lot to do with it. I believe my real start was admiring the houses my father built. "Perfection is his gift"
I studied graphics, graphic design and photography at JHU. While getting through school I did structural photography for a company based out of Arizona. The more pictures of building I took the more I wanted to know about them. I then took classes at AHIT "The American Home Inspectors Training" Institute. After completing the Master Inspection course I became a "Certified Home Inspector". After getting my inspectors license with the state of Maryland. I became a "MD State Licensed Home Inspector".
I love this industry and I love being an inspector!
ae-hi
Maryland Home Inspections
Baltimore County Rental Inspections
Radon Testing
AHIT Trained & Certified
Baltimore County Rental Inspection Includes:
Call or Email direct for an appointment (410) 300-8699 ae-hi@comcast.net
Baltimore County Rental Inspections for the following areas: Baltimore County
Arbutus - Baldwin - Catonsville - Chase - Chestnut Ridge - Cockeysville- Dundalk
Edgemere- Essex- Fork- Fowblesburg - Glen Arm - Greenspring Valley
Harrisonville - Hydes- Jacksonville - Kingsville - Lansdowne - Liberty
Loch Raven - Lochearn - Lutherville - Middler River - Monkton - North Point
Overlea - Owings Mills - Perry Hall - Phoenix - Pikesville - Prettyboy - Randallstown
Reisterstown - Rosedale - Rossville - Ruxton - Security - Timonium - Towson - White Marsh
I would like to take this opportunity to share some of the benefits in using my inspection services that separates me from other home inspection companies.
I provide housing inspections for single family, multi family, townhouses, and condos. Service for Baltimore County Rental Properties is also another major service provided. What sets me apart from other inspection companies is integrity, reliability, organization, communications, and most of I give 100% to all service provided.
All reports are computer generated and clearly distinguishes between major defects, minor defects, and routine maintenance items. Reports are written in understandable language that’s easy to read. A variety of photographs are provided with in the report for visual reference as well as for further understanding.
By offering flex hours I am able to inspect those last minute needed inspections for those tight closings or if you just have an excited buyer.
Home Inspection Services for the Buyer
Home Inspection Services for the Seller
Seller Review Inspection Services
Brief description of what will happen during either a Buyer or Seller Inspection.
Inspections are started by looking at the exterior – the window, caulking, siding, and foundation. The landscaping is looked over for areas that might be causing drainage problems. The roof, roof coverings, chimneys, flashing, gutters, and downspouts. The roof is also inspected from the inside by accuse of the attic area.
The interior is examined throughout the inside by checking the condition of the ceilings, floors, and walls. Checking for operation of windows and doors. Random testing of electrical outlets and most of all checking all outlets near water where there can be safety hazard. Checking for water problems like leaking around showers and tubes. Test whether there is adequate water pressure and drainage.
In the basement the electrical box is property inspected in making sure that everything is wired property and for any cause of concern for safety. The furnace will be checked and tested for carbon monoxide or gas leaks using professional inspection device (TIF8800 Combustible Gas Detector).
The foundation walls are checked for any structural weakness that might need monitoring or may need to have a specialist called in. The plumbing will be tested from the basement for leaking and corroding pipes.
Seller Home Inspection – You’ve been smart to have the home inspected before you show it. It’s a good preventative measure as far as liability is concerned. And I know it’s a great sales point with buyers. They’re attracted to a home that’s already had a home inspection. I think you might use the “Seller Review Inspection” to help you even more.
Seller Review Inspection – After the original Seller Inspection a “walk through” inspection can be preformed. A Review Inspection is offered when you find a buyer for the home. When a buyer hires for this service, I’ll come back to the property and re-inspect everything so the buyer feels comfortable with the inspection report we just finished.
I’ll take the buyer through the house and a walk-through. We will talk about the findings, fixes, and any replacement or upgrades that were made. This service costs half the expense of an original buyer’s home inspection and takes half the time.
This contributes to the buyer’s comfort level on disclosure issues. The inspection is also beneficial in the fact it reduces the time the buyer would take in shopping around for another home inspector, which can help sell the home faster.
As you can see this inspection is a great benefit to all parties (agent, seller, & buyer).
You’ve been smart to have the home inspected before you show it. It’s a good preventative measure as far as liability is concerned. And I know it’s a great sales point with buyers. They’re attracted to a home that’s already had a home inspection.
Radon Test w/ the Home Inspection
Radon Test w/ out an Inspection
Radon Inspections are done in following the EPA standards. The EPA recommends that we place 2 detector at the site. We use the E-PERM system, which is the most accurate short-term test available and recognized by all relocation companies. Short Term tests means there are two detectors in place for 48 hours in order to get accurate results. After the detectors are picked up they are sent to our lab, the results come back very quickly. Radon Testing is offered to anyone at any time. Prices differ depending on if the test is done during a Buyer /or/ Seller Home Inspection.
Baltimore County Rental Inspections
After using our services for a Baltimore County Rental Inspection, no matter the number of units that are inspected the owner / property manager is given in writing the discount that will be provided to them for as long as they own the property. All the paper work that needs to be completed for the rental inspection is typed. The photographs are embedded properly so that Baltimore County Code Enforcement will know; the property was in deed inspected by a Maryland Licensed Home Inspector.
There is NO FEE if the property needs to be re-inspected for any reason.
Sometimes the property manager /or/ owner has not had great communications with the tenant and are not aware of any problems at the time of the inspection. The tenant may fail to communicate the toilet is not flushing, or the water pipes have frozen. This is not at all fair to the manager or owner so I do not charge to come back out to the property once the failed items are corrected in order to pass the inspection.
What sets me apart from other Maryland Home Inspectors?
Another important factor is the fact I have had the best inspector training. Certified Training by the American Home Inspectors Training Institute, also known as AHIT. AHIT is an ASHI as well as a Maryland accredited school.
Fully insured, with error and omissions insurance as well as liability. Which are two areas where some companies cut corners because of the expense. Major areas of importance are the personal attention, dedication, integrity, reliability, and my organization skills.
Thank you for your time in reading more about me and the services I provide. I look forward to working with you!
Nikki Marlatt-Young
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