uReport

City of Bloomington, Indiana

Search

Fields to display

Search Results: (268)

closed #209579

Fire Hazards

4750 N Lenzy Wy

Case Date:
3/26/2026

I spoke with a Brittany but before I could respond she closed the case number. Dear Audrey Brittingham, Thank you for your response regarding Case #209518. I would like to request that someone visit the site to inspect the designated smoking area and the cigarette disposal containers. Because the apartment complex has established a permanent smoking area immediately outside this non-smoking building, violations are constant and can be observed at any time. The police have responded to this location multiple times due to fires caused by smoking. They informed me that this is a government or HAND (Housing and Neighborhood Development) issue; however, each time I report it, I am referred to a different department. Is it possible for a representative to see this firsthand without me calling the non-emergency line? Additionally, would the Health Department be able to assist, or is there another official who can verify the proximity of this smoking circle to the building? I have numerous photos available to provide as proof if needed. I look forward to your guidance on who can specifically address this ongoing safety concern. Best regards, Jessica Hanna

closed #209578

Fire Hazards

320 W 8th St #113

Case Date:
3/26/2026

I spoke with a Brittany but before I could respond she closed the case number. Dear Audrey Brittingham, Thank you for your response regarding Case #209518. I would like to request that someone visit the site to inspect the designated smoking area and the cigarette disposal containers. Because the apartment complex has established a permanent smoking area immediately outside this non-smoking building, violations are constant and can be observed at any time. The police have responded to this location multiple times due to fires caused by smoking. They informed me that this is a government or HAND (Housing and Neighborhood Development) issue; however, each time I report it, I am referred to a different department. Is it possible for a representative to see this firsthand without me calling the non-emergency line? Additionally, would the Health Department be able to assist, or is there another official who can verify the proximity of this smoking circle to the building? I have numerous photos available to provide as proof if needed. I look forward to your guidance on who can specifically address this ongoing safety concern. Best regards, Jessica Hanna

closed #209521

Fire Hazards

410 S College Mall RD

Case Date:
3/25/2026

Boxes of paper stored in ceiling between high tops and railing. Fire starts in ceiling sprinkler system cannot reach them. Items stored in various tiles throughout store.

closed #209520

Fire Hazards

410 S College Mall RD

Case Date:
3/25/2026

Ceiling tiles above soda machine in kitchen are not only not a single tile piece but it is cut/altered and pieced together. Numerous ceiling leaks and unrelated but they do not have a valid retail food establishment permit. Should not be open for business.

closed #209074

Fire Hazards

918 N Lindbergh DR

Case Date:
3/7/2026

I am filing this report to provide supplemental, formal documentation of ongoing health and safety hazards coming from the unit at 918 N Lindbergh Dr. I want to state that the Bloomington Housing Authority (BHA) usually does a good job, and I appreciate their efforts. I have already spoken with them and they are investigating. However, I understand the process can take time. Since these problems have been ongoing for approximately one month, I am formally documenting these issues to ensure the City has a record of the situation while it is being addressed. 1. Violation of No-Smoking Policy and Fire/Explosion Risk: As this is a government-regulated building, the lease strictly prohibits smoking inside. Per policy, any smoking must occur at least 25 feet away from the building/doors. For about a month, there has been a persistent cycle of smoking tobacco and other combustible materials occurring within downstairs units, primarily originating from Unit 918 and potentially other units downstairs. This occurs in a unit where medical oxygen tanks are present, representing a significant fire and explosion risk to all residents. 2. Severe Health Impact & Insomnia: Heavy tobacco and non-tobacco odors originate from the downstairs area and float up into the upstairs apartments, causing chronic insomnia and physical distress, including dry mouth, dry throat, coughing, and dry heaving at night. This environment is impacting the health of neighboring residents including those with established medical accommodations who are experiencing nausea and a loss of appetite. I am providing this record specifically to protect myself and my neighbors from being unfairly held liable for property odors, fines for cigarette butts, or damage originating from the downstairs units. 3. Property Maintenance and Sanitation: Despite my efforts to regularly clean up cigarette ashes and butts to maintain the area, they reappear daily and are now becoming soggy in the ground. When I politely asked the residents to stop leaving cigarette butts and ashes on my doormat, they claimed they "could do nothing about the wind," showing a total disregard for the property's cleanliness and my personal entryway. 4. Safety, Harassment, and Guest Conduct: I have attempted to resolve this in a neighborly way. When I asked the individuals to please move outside and then to please move away from my door, they immediately began shouting and using extreme verbal hostility and gendered slurs. During this confrontation, I was told that I "had no rights," that the area was "public property where people could do whatever they wanted," and was told to "call the cops then" as they stood less than 5 ft from my door on the patio. The resident of Unit 918 was present and stated he had no control over his guests' behavior while they were shouting at me. Because the resident refuses to take responsibility for the conduct of his visitors and the environment has become verbally abusive, I no longer feel safe having any direct contact with that unit. Purpose of Report: This statement is for formal record-keeping. I want to ensure the City has a documented history of these environmental, safety, and harassment concerns to protect the health and lease standing of all neighboring residents. I appreciate the BHA’s ongoing work and submit this to support a safe, compliant living environment.

closed #208674

Fire Hazards

3313 W IN-45

Case Date:
2/15/2026

The store manger is open fire exits to smoke

closed #208170

Fire Hazards

1209 S Hearthstone CT

Case Date:
1/31/2026

3 fire hydrants in Hearthstone Village covered when City snow plows pushed snow off streets. 3 hydrants in the end of each court, between 1204-1209 and 1312-1310 (Hearthstone) and at the corner of the access road and Bridgestone. The one at 1204-1209 is especially problematic. --see attached pic --there is a hydrant somewhere under that pile of snow!

closed #207493

Fire Hazards

1100 W Kirkwood AVE

Case Date:
1/8/2026

Burning lumber products during construction project on 1/6/2026.

closed #207435

Fire Hazards

4414 N Scenic DR

Case Date:
1/2/2026

Rental home does not have working window creating a fire and Egress hazard which violates city and state requirements

closed #207434

Fire Hazards

Case Date:
1/2/2026

Gary Wampler is the owner having over 20 people in the house and they all on drugs and alcohol and they abuse him and he's not being honest the house wires are bad and can be caught on fire easy drugs in the house and dealing and prostitutes the property is a mess with trash and non working vehicles and drugs in them also the dog is being abused to also 2609 kendell drive the heater not fix not keeping up with the tent right