Inspection Reports for Chateau Valley Center
4450 Davis Ave S, Renton, WA 98055, United States, WA
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Inspection Report
Re-Inspection
Deficiencies: 20
Oct 20, 2025
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On 10/20/2025 the Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted an inspection at Chateau at Valley Center Retirement Community to determine compliance with fire and life safety codes following previous inspections.
Findings
The inspection found multiple violations related to fire safety including inadequate door spacing, excessive combustible decorations, and incomplete fire drills documentation. Several issues were corrected, but some violations remain under review or correction.
Deficiencies (20)
| Description |
|---|
| The facility has two kitchens doors that do not meet the minimum space distance between the doors. The space between the doors is currently 12 inches. |
| Mechanical room in storage room by Community room - 2nd floor had combustible material stored. |
| Transfer switch room had multiple items in front of electrical panels impeding required 36" clearance. |
| Ceiling tile near room 175 still has penetration. |
| Community center has excessive amount of decorations / wall hangings on the wall - 2nd floor. |
| Main kitchen had multiple loaded sprinkler heads. |
| Facility was unable to provide documentation that one fire drill per shift per quarter is being performed. |
| Power strip hanging by its cord in the South Laundry (behind appliance) - 3rd floor. |
| Wellness Clinic has an extension cord in use - 4th floor - Corrected at time of inspection. |
| There is a ceiling tile missing by room 175 (where an exit sign was removed) - 1st floor. |
| There is a penetration in the wall as you walk into fire alarm panel room (to the right) - Basement. |
| Facility was unable to provide their semi-annual hood cleaning documentation. |
| Excess amount of lint behind appliances in South Laundry - 2nd and 3rd floors. |
| Fire doors did not close/latch properly when tested at multiple locations including Clean Laundry room, Laundry door by room 332, Nurses Station by 205, Elevator door #11 by Memory care. |
| Resident room 201 has a cylinder of unsecured oxygen. |
| Facility missed monthly inspection on several fire extinguishers in various locations. |
| Facility was not able to provide documentation for completion of twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months. |
| Emergency exit blocked outside - corrected at time of inspection. |
| Facility was unable to provide documentation showing annual servicing of the emergency generator has been performed in the last 12 months. |
| Transfer switch room does not have battery backup emergency lighting - Basement. |
Report Facts
Minimum door space: 12
Required clearance: 36
Fire drills required: 12
Fire extinguishers: 4
Fire extinguishers inspection interval: 30
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Alan Harlan | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Signed inspection documents and conducted inspection. |
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Signed inspection documents on last page. |
| Brakesor Solomon | Maintenance | Owner or Authorized Representative signing inspection documents. |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 76
Deficiencies: 4
Oct 29, 2024
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection on 10/29/2024 to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies from the full inspection conducted on 09/23/2024 and 09/26/2024 at Chateau at Valley Center Retirement Community.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies, indicating that the facility corrected all previously cited issues related to freedom of movement, maintenance and housekeeping, emergency preparedness, ventilation, and resident safety.
Deficiencies (4)
| Description |
|---|
| Failed to provide information regarding how to use 2 of 3 delayed egress fire doors within the memory care unit, restricting freedom of movement and exit in emergencies. |
| Failed to maintain 1 exterior path and 1 common memory care bathroom safe and free of hazards, placing residents at risk of falls or injury. |
| Failed to ensure 1 sampled resident with a medical device was safe and free of entrapment-like qualities, placing the resident at risk of injury. |
| Failed to provide adequate mechanical ventilation in 1 of 5 common assisted living bathrooms and 1 memory care laundry room, risking poor air quality. |
Report Facts
Residents sampled for review: 9
Total current residents: 76
Deficiencies cited: 4
Correction timeframe: 45
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Forkgen | ALF Licensor | Department staff who inspected the Assisted Living Facility |
| Kathy Young | Licensor | Department staff who inspected the Assisted Living Facility |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Signed inspection and enforcement letters |
| Staff G | Director of Environmental Services | Interviewed regarding delayed egress doors, exterior path, bathroom hazards, and ventilation issues |
| Staff E | Registered Nurse, Director of Health Services | Interviewed regarding medical device safety for Resident 1 |
| Collateral Contact 1 | Resident 1's representative | Interviewed regarding use of three-quarter bed rails for Resident 1 |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 20
Jul 10, 2024
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An unannounced Fire and Life Safety Code re-inspection was conducted at Chateau at Valley Center Retirement Community by a representative of the Washington State Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office to determine compliance with all applicable codes.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies related to fire and life safety code compliance were cited during the re-inspection. Most deficiencies were corrected, but some violations remained unresolved, including issues with fire door operation, emergency generator shut off switch, sprinkler heads corrosion, and missing fire drill documentation.
Deficiencies (20)
| Description |
|---|
| Clearance between ignition sources such as luminaries, heaters, flame-producing devices and combustible materials shall be maintained in an approved manner. |
| Combustible materials shall not be stored in exits or enclosures for stairways and ramps. |
| Combustible material shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, electrical equipment rooms or in fire command centers. |
| Relocatable power taps and current taps shall be in accordance with NFPA 70 and this code. |
| Relocatable power tap cords shall not extend through walls, ceilings, floors, under doors or floor coverings, or be subject to environmental or physical damage. |
| The ampacity of the extension cords shall not be less than the rated capacity of the portable appliance supplied by the cord. |
| Records for inspections and cleanings shall be completed after each inspection or cleaning and maintained. |
| The fire-resistance rating and smoke-resistant characteristics of smoke barriers shall be maintained. |
| Swinging fire doors shall close from the full-open position and latch automatically. |
| Dampers protecting ducts and air transfer openings shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80 and NFPA 105. |
| Combustible decorative materials suspended from walls or ceilings shall comply with Section 807.3 and not exceed 10 percent of the specific wall or ceiling area. |
| Automatic sprinklers shall be installed with regard to obstructions that delay activation or obstruct the water distribution pattern. |
| Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901. |
| Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be serviced not less frequently than every six months and after activation of the system. |
| Hand-held portable fire extinguishers shall be installed on the hangers or brackets supplied and securely anchored. |
| Carbon monoxide alarms and detectors shall be maintained and replaced if inoperable or producing end-of-life signals. |
| The forces to unlatch doors shall comply with specified limits for push/pull and rotation. |
| Emergency power systems and standby power systems shall be installed in accordance with applicable codes. |
| Fire extinguishers shall be inspected initially and at approximately 30-day intervals or more frequently when required. |
| Fire drills shall be held at least twelve planned and unannounced times per year, conducted quarterly on each shift in certain occupancies. |
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled: Aug 9, 2024
Next inspection scheduled: Jun 28, 2024
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Signed as Deputy State Fire Marshal on inspection reports |
| Drakesor Solomon | Maintenance Head | Signed as Owner or Authorized Representative on second inspection report |
Inspection Report
Re-Inspection
Deficiencies: 7
Jul 10, 2024
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On 07/10/2024 an unannounced Fire and Life Safety Code re-inspection was conducted at Chateau at Valley Center Retirement Community by a representative of the Washington State Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office to determine compliance with all applicable codes.
Findings
All previously cited deficiencies from the re-inspection were corrected except for several violations related to sprinkler system documentation, door operation, fire extinguishers, emergency generator, and fire drills which were noted as pending or waiting on parts.
Deficiencies (7)
| Description |
|---|
| The facility was unable to provide documentation for their forward flow test - Facility is waiting to schedule. |
| There are two corroded sprinkler heads in the chemical / Mechanical room in the pool area. |
| The Memory Care Elevator room has a painted sprinkler head. |
| The cooler in the kitchen has an escutcheon ring missing - in cooler by sink. |
| The facility was unable to provide documentation for the completion of twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months. |
| The emergency generator does not have a remote emergency shut off switch located outside of the generator - Facility stated they are waiting on parts. |
| Stairwell B exit door leading outside will not open - Memory Care - Facility stated they are waiting on parts. |
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 7
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Brakefor Solomon | Maintenance Lead | Named as Owner or Owner's Representative signing the inspection documents |
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the inspection and signed the report |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 19, 2023
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility on 07/19/2023 to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies related to various licensing laws and regulations were corrected.
Report Facts
Compliance Determination Completion Dates: Compliance Determinations 26838 completed on 07/19/2023 and 22973 completed on 04/24/2023
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Forkgen | ALF Licensor | Department staff who did the on-site verification |
| Jane Hermano | NCI | Department staff who did the on-site verification |
| Michelle Yip | ALF Licensor | Department staff who did the on-site verification |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 1
Apr 24, 2023
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The inspection was conducted by the Office of the State Fire Marshal in response to an administrative complaint regarding storage near the ceiling at Chateau at Valley Center Retirement Community.
Findings
The inspection found that the facility is fully sprinklered and storage clearance requirements were met except for one first aid closet behind the reception desk which had binders stored 17 inches from the sprinkler head, less than the required 18 inches clearance.
Complaint Details
Complaint #78089 regarding storage near ceiling or within 18 inches of the ceiling. The complaint was investigated by DSFM Christian who found the facility fully sprinklered and mostly in compliance except for the one noted violation.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| The first aide closet behind the reception desk has binders that measured 17 inches from the sprinkler head, violating the required 18 inches clearance. |
Report Facts
Complaint number: 78089
Storage clearance measured: 17
Required clearance: 18
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the inspection and complaint investigation |
| Brakesor Solomon | Maintenance | Owner or Owner's Representative who signed the inspection documents |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 14
Apr 11, 2023
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An unannounced Fire and Life Safety Code inspection was conducted at Chateau at Valley Center Retirement Community by the Office of the State Fire Marshal to determine compliance with applicable codes.
Findings
Multiple fire and life safety code deficiencies were cited, including use of extension cords, unapproved multi plug adapters, missing door closures, lack of documentation for fire/smoke damper testing, sprinkler system deficiencies, and unsecured compressed gas containers.
Deficiencies (14)
| Description |
|---|
| Extension cords were in use in the kitchen and front reception desk. |
| Unapproved multi plug adapter in use in the HR office on 1st floor. |
| Kitchen hood cleaning report shows a yellow tag and needs more access panels. |
| Penetrations in the wall of the South end Janitor's closet on 1st floor. |
| 3rd floor South - Health Services door is missing door closure. |
| South Laundry room and Health Services room doors on 3rd floor did not close/latch properly. |
| Facility unable to provide documentation for last fire/smoke damper testing. |
| Dirty sprinkler head in 1st floor Memory Care Laundry room. |
| Sprinkler report shows deficiencies; 5 year internal pipe testing and FDC are overdue. |
| Facility unable to provide service reports for semi-annual kitchen suppression system servicing. |
| Smoke detector in 4th floor Boiler room detached from ceiling. |
| Facility unable to provide documentation of CO detector testing in past 12 months; carbon monoxide requires monthly testing. |
| Facility failed to provide automatic backup generator inspection/service report; last known date 2021. |
| 3rd floor South Oxygen room has unsecured oxygen tank. |
Report Facts
Inspection date: Apr 11, 2023
Last known generator inspection date: 2021
Carbon monoxide testing months overdue: 12
Sprinkler system overdue tests: 5
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the fire and life safety inspection |
| Brakesop Solomon | Maintenance | Owner or Authorized Representative signing the report |
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