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property and that in their opinion, no harsh chemical treatments would need to be done and that general household cleaning products could be used to treat the mold. According to Mr. Adler there is a drain outside the basement entryway that is clogged and caused a leak from outside into the basement. Many attempts have been made to clear the drain and Mr. Adler is getting estimates from professionals to have this fixed. A temporary tarp has been set up to prevent any additional overflow from coming into the basement. Mr. Mellin stated that, in his opinion, everyone involved is acting in good faith. Ms. Belanger said that chronic dampness is a violation under Article 2, the housing code. However, their personal belongings and where they put them is not a regulation and/or requirement of the code. That criteria will not be under the prevue of Article 2 until and unless it becomes a safety hazard. Ms. Wolf-Fordham asked if the basement floor was tile. Mr. Adler responded that the basement floor is the and laminate flooring, and that hardwood flooring is only upstairs. Chair Heiger-Bernays asked if the property was rented as a habitable space. Mr. Adler and Ms. Vuksani both responded and agreed that the property was rented as a habitable space. Ms. Vuksani said that she has rented the property at 208 Grove Street since 2014. There is currently significant moisture in all of the rooms and she was only using one dehumidifier. Chair Heiger-Bernays asked the property owner what the estimate of time is for the drain to be fixed. Mr. Adler responded that he has received one quote so far and would like to get a second quote. He added that the work should take less than a week once someone is hired. Mr. Flynn said that the Order to Complete should be rescinded and that this process is not the right way since the corrective actions are being taken. Ms. Brown said that she has a clear understanding of what the obligations are going forward, including containing the chronic dampness and removing any remaining mold. Ms. Brown and Mr. Adler do not have any other questions for the Board. Ms. Belanger said she is willing to work with the timeframes and requests that the property owners provide a plan for the timeline and next steps. Chair Heiger-Bernays stated that the plan presented by the property owners should be given to staff in the next week. Ms. Wolf-Fordham requests that Mr. Mellin perform a comprehensive inspection both upstairs and downstairs at the property. September 29, 2021 Minutes Board of Health