The Residential Response Team ("RRT") is assigned the Dangerous and Abandoned Buildings Program ("DABS").  The Team members are responsible for the investigation of hazardous nuisance conditions, such as unsecured structures and swimming pools that pose an imminent danger to children playing in the area.  Examples of nuisance conditions include:

• Vacant, open structures throughout the City (priority is given to those in close proximity to schools)

• Vacant, unfenced parcels used for parking or storage

• Dirty, stagnant swimming pools

• Pools without adequate, required protective fencing

When an inspection reveals a hazardous condition, the inspector issues the property owner a Notice & Order/Notice to Correct the conditions within a short specified time period.  Should the owner not remedy the hazardous conditions, the City may obtain a contractor to complete the work.  The owner is then billed for all expended costs and administrative fees.  An Abatement Notice is filed with the Orange County Recorder as a notice to potential buyers.  If the City is not reimbursed in a timely manner, the costs are referred to the Orange County Tax Assessor to be recorded as a lien on the property.  Criminal action by the Office of the City Attorney may also be initiated against the property owner.