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. � <br /> . , , , <br /> , <br /> � O� <br /> O O <br /> � <br /> ;,��,, �, CITY of ORONO <br /> �, , ti MunicipalOffices <br /> ti <br /> �.t� .�G Street Address: Mailing Address: <br /> k'EggOg' 2750 Kelley Parkway P.O. Box 66 <br /> Orono, MN 55356 Crystal Bay, MN 55323-0066 <br /> July 16, 2003 <br /> Jon and Janene Heidorn <br /> 996 North Arm Drive <br /> Orono, MN 55364 <br /> RE: Window Installation <br /> Dear Mr. and Mrs. Heidorn: <br /> This letter is to confirm findings of an inspection conducted on this date at your home regarding <br /> window installation. Each window was provided with a window sticker that described in detail <br /> how the window is to be installed. The Building Code requires windows to be properly flashed <br /> to protect the wall system from water intrusion. Each window manufacturer has had their <br /> product tested and approved for use. The manufacturer's installation instructions must be <br /> followed to assure the window performs as it did in its testing and to maintain the manufacturer's <br /> warranty. The same window sticker states the manufacturer will not be responsible for moisture <br /> problems caused by "failure to install our products properly." As code enforcement personnel, it <br /> is our duty to inspect the windows and enfarce the Building Code and the manufacturer's <br /> installation instructions. Unfortunately, the inspector did not see that the windows were not <br /> installed per the manufacturer's instructions. This, however, does not mean the installation is <br /> approved. International Building Code Section 109 states, "Approval as a result of an inspection <br /> shall not be construed to be an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other <br /> ordinances of the jurisdiction." <br /> In summation, it is the City's position that the windows were not installed per the manufacturer's <br /> instructions and must be removed and reinstalled correctly. It is also the City's position that the <br /> contractar that installed them incorrectly is responsible for correct installation. If the City of <br /> Orono can be of further assistance in this matter, please feel free to contact me at my office. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> � u� <br /> � <br /> Lyle Oman <br /> Building Official <br /> Enc: International Building Code Section 109 <br /> Copy of Window Sticker <br /> Telephone(952)249-4600 • Fax(952)249-4616 <br /> LO/lsv www.ci.orono.mn.us <br />