"City code enforcers last month ordered the managers of Little Saigon's iconic commercial center to address multiple building violations that vexed business owners. That included the removal of a haphazard dumpster barricade that kept cars from parking in most of the main parking garage - constricting parking options for customers. But officials say the plaza management group, known as the Vietnam Town Condominium Owners Association, did not follow the city's orders by the required Dec. 18 deadline."
"The city's understaffed code enforcers had been investigating the plaza for a year, but did not take action until San José Spotlight first reported on business owners' complaints. On top of the parking issues, merchants have filed a lawsuit accusing plaza management of unfairly levying fines on eateries for using outdoor common areas - while favoring certain businesses with discounted monthly association dues."
City code enforcers ordered Vietnam Town managers to remedy multiple building and permit violations, including removal of a dumpster barricade that blocked most parking garage access. Plaza management missed the required Dec. 18 compliance deadline and has not removed barricades from the garage ramps, leaving only the first floor open. Merchants have filed a lawsuit alleging unfair fines for using outdoor common areas and preferential treatment in association dues. Officials cited unpermitted trash compactors and electrical work as additional violations. The city plans to assess new fines for noncompliance. Vietnam Town serves as a central gathering space for San Jose's large Vietnamese community.
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