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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992 - Demolition Board Minutes OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS August 27, 1992 HEARING OFFICERS PRESENT: Donald Hartwick STAFF PRESENT: Henry Hernandez OLD BUSINESS: 2217 N. High Street No owner was present. This property was tabled at the July 23, 1992, meeting to allow for research into a zoning issue. It was discovered that the garage meets the qualifications for a warehouse, therefore no further action is necessary. NEW BUSINESS: First Case — 2217 Rheamont Mr. R. Bill Shaw was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $7,100, estimated cost of repairs is $8;500. The Hearing Officer reviewed correspondence and pictures regarding the structure. Mr. Shaw explained that he and a J.W. Holloway had purchased the 1988 back taxes. If they are able to obtain the property their intent is to rehab the structure. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 2217 Rheamont be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Second Case — 1111 E. Oakland The owner, James Pitts, was present along with R. Bill Shaw. Mr. Htzpan-dez explained that the SEV of the property is $11 ,700, estimated cost of repa�irS''is $14,800. The Hearing Officer reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Mr. Pitts stated that he had a contractor take out a building permit. Mr. Pitts stated that he is trying to sell the property and doesn't want to see--j-t torn down. At this time he is working on the front porch. He stated that he=hadnot pulled any other permits and that he had gotten into the wrong busineaa. Mr. Shaw stated that he had purchased the taxes for 1987, 1988, and 1989. _ Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1111 E. Oakland be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Third Case. — 1121 Cleveland No owner was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is Demolition Hearinr '!eeting August 27, 1992 Page 2 $12,500, estimated cost of repairs is $15,200. The Hearing Officer reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1121 Cleveland be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 .days, or by September 10, 1992. Fourth Case - 1005 Beech Mr. Sam Usman was present, he stated he had a land contract from Amar Gupta, Owner. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $6,000, estimated cost of repairs is $24,453. The Hearing Officer reviewed pictures and correspondence of the structure. Mr. Usman stated that he has been out of the country and has pulled a building permit, however, no other permits have been pulled yet. The permit was pulled as a "homeowner", not a licensed contractor. Mr. Usman stated it would take him 30 to 60 days to repair the structure. Mr. Usman further stated that he was aware that the structure has plumbing problems. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1005 Beech Street be made safe for its intended use within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Fifth Case - 1219 W. Kalamazoo No owner was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $12,500, estimated cost of repairs is $32,500. The Hearing Officer reviewed pictures and correspondence of the structure. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1219 W. Kalamazoo be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Sixth Case - 218 Smith The owner, Kenneth Dewey, was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is 18,900, estimated cost of repairs is $21,500. The Hearing Officer reviewed correspondence and pictures of the structure. Mr. Hernandez further explained that this property had started through the demolition process previously, but the City Attorney' s Office asked that it be started over. This is a fire damaged structure, with the fire occurring on March 25, 1991, to date no repairs have been made. Mr. Dewey stated that he is trying to obtain financing to repair the structure since he was under-insured. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 218 Smith be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Being no further business the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Henry rnandez Acting Secretary OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS August 27, 1992 HEARING OFFICERS PRESENT: Donald Hartwick UID �v Ci? STAFF PRESENT: Henry Hernandez r OLD BUSINESS: 2217 N. High Street No owner was present. This property was tabled at the July 23, 1992, meeting to allow for research into a zoning issue. It was discovered that the gara� mets the qualifications for a warehouse, therefore no further action is necessary. NEW BUSINESS: First Case — 2217 Rheamont Mr. R. Bill Shaw was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $7,100, estimated cost of repairs is $8,500. The Hearing Officer reviewed correspondence and pictures regarding the structure. Mr. Shaw explained that he and a J.W. Holloway had purchased the 1988 back taxes. If they are able to obtain the property their intent is to rehab the structure. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 2217 Rheamont be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Second Case — 1111 E. Oakland The owner, James Pitts, was present along with R. Bill Shaw. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $11,700, estimated cost of repairs is $14,800. The Hearing Officer reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Mr. Pitts stated that he had a contractor take out a building permit. Mr. Pitts stated that he is trying to sell the property and doesn't want to see it torn down. At this time he is working on the front porch. He stated that he had not pulled any other permits and that he had gotten into the wrong business. Mr. Shaw stated that he had purchased the taxes for 1987, 1988, and 1989. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1111 E. Oakland be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Third Case — 1121 Cleveland No owner was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is Demolition Hearin feeting August 27, 1992 Page 2 $12,500, estimated cost of repairs is $15,200. The Hearing Officer reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1121 Cleveland be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Fourth Case — 1005 Beech Mr. Sam Usman was present, he stated he had a land contract from Amar Gupta, Owner. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $6,000, estimated cost of repairs is $24,453. The Hearing Officer reviewed pictures and correspondence of the structure. Mr. Usman stated that he has been out of the country and has pulled a building permit, however, no other permits have been pulled yet. The permit was pulled as a "homeowner", not a licensed contractor. Mr. Usman stated it would take him 30 to 60 days to repair the structure. Mr. Usman further stated that he was aware that the structure has plumbing problems. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1005 Beech Street be made safe for its intended use within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Fifth Case — 1219 W. Kalamazoo No owner was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $12,500, estimated cost of repairs is $32,500. The Hearing Officer reviewed pictures and correspondence of the structure. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1219 W. Kalamazoo be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Sixth Case — 218 Smith The owner, Kenneth Dewey, was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is 18,900, estimated cost of repairs is $21,500: The Hearing Officer reviewed correspondence and pictures of the structure. Mr. Hernandez further explained that this property had started through the demolition process previously, but the City Attorney' s Office asked that it be started over. This is a fire damaged structure, with the fire occurring on March 25, 1991, to date no repairs have been made. Mr. Dewey stated that he is trying to obtain financing to repair the structure since he was under—insured. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 218 Smith be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by September 10, 1992. Being no further business the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Henry rnandez Acting Secretary OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS July 23, 1992 N OFFICERS PRESENT: Donald Hartwick, Gloria Jones G- STAFF PRESENT: Henry Hernandez CID OLD BUSINESS: None J� NEW BUSINESS: First Case - 2217 N. High M The owner, Frank Basel, was present. Mr. Hernandez stated that the SEV of t" garage is $0, estimated cost of repairs is $3,500. Mr. Basel stated that he cuts the grass and keeps the area clean. He also stated that the building was no longer a garage, but a storage building in which he stores wood molding; he also has the property for sale. The Hearing Officers reviewed pictures and correspondence. There was a question raised as to the zoning for the area, therefore, it was agreed to table this. matter for 30 days. Second Case - 1100 W. Iona The owner, Fred Johnson, was present. Mr. Hernandez stated that the SEV of the structure is $10,600, the estimated cost of repair is $12,700. Mr. Johnson spoke stating that this property is a multiple dwelling and he is in the process of applying for rezoning for office use, however, parking is a problem. A building permit has been issued to remodel the upstairs, or one unit. Mr. Johnson stated that he is trying to obtain monies through the Development Division to rehab the structure. The rezoning application is pending. Mr. Johnson also provided a drawing of the new proposed building. He further stated that there has been a major drug problem in the past and that the building is boarded and secure. Mr. Johnson is trying to purchase the property directly behind the structure for parking. The Hearing Officers reviewed pictures and correspondence. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1100 W. Ionia be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by August 6, 1992. Third Case - 916 W. Lapeer No owner was present. Mr. Hernandez stated that the SEV of the structure is $10,800, estimated cost of repairs is $20,500. Mr. Hernandez explained that on March 19, 1992, the property was deemed unsafe by the Code Compliance Officer after a safety inspection was done on this open and vacant structure. Demolition Hearing eting July 23, 1992 Page 2 The Hearing Officers reviewed pictures and correspondence on the property. It was determined by Mrs. Jones that the property at 916 W. Lapeer be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by August 6, 1992. Fourth Case — 917 Hickory No owner was present. Mr. Hernandez stated that the SEV of the structure is $5,400, estimated cost of repairs is $9,500. Mr. Hernandez explained that the Code Compliance Officer deemed the structure unsafe after completing a safety inspection on October 15, 1991 . The Hearing Officers reviewed pictures and correspondence on the property. It was determined by Mr. Hartwick that the property at 971 Hickory be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by August 6, 1992. Respectfully submitted, f1 Henry Hernandez Acting Secretary HH/mmr G OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS , of the '92 JUL A PN 3 52 DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS June 25, 1992 ' _R F C E-1,. I V F D HEARING OFFICERS PRESENT: Gloria Jones and Donald Hartwick C t STAFF PRESENT: Henry Hernandez AIIAYOR'S OFFICE OLD .BUSINESS: None CI i`l CIF LANSING NEW BUSINESS: First Case - 516 N. M.L.K. Blvd./Logan Street Angie Conn, Owner, was present along with Her Attorney Robert Muladore and other araily members. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $11,100, estimated cost of repairs is $18,000.00. The Hearing Officer' s reviewed correspondence and pictures on the file. The Conn family stated that the structure is being sold. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 516 N. M.L.K. Blvd. /Logan Street is to be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. Second Case - 1030 E. Kalamazoo Interested parties present were Chris Walden, Gene Crouse, Theresa Crouse, and Attorney Grace Reid. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $9,800, estimated cost of repairs is $10,000. The Hearing Officer' s reviewed correspondence and pictures on the file. There was discussion regarding the property. Mr. Walden explained that he had run out of money to repair the structure. Mr. Crouse stated that he will be trying to get the property back through the court system. Mrs. Jones determined that the structure at 1030 E. Kalamazoo be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. Third Case - 3126 S. Cedar No Owner was present. However, Mr. Harry Covell was present to represent his brother Don who rents the property. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $20,000, estimated cost of repairs is $20,500. The Hearing Officer' s reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding this property. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 3126 S. Cedar be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. Demolition Heari Meeting June 25, 1992 Page 2 Fourth Case — 3108 Maloney No Owner was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the structure is $13,600, estimated cost of repairs is $14,000. The Hearing Officer's reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Mrs. Jones determined that the structure at 3108 Maloney be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. Fifth Case — 1006 S. Grand No Owner was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the structure is $6,200, estimated cost of repairs is $8,000. The Hearing Officer's reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1006 S. Grand be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Henry Hernandez Acting Chief Code Comp. Off. HH/mmr OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS June 25, 1992 HEARING OFFICERS PRESENT: Gloria Jones and Donald Hartwick CC) STAFF PRESENT: Henry Hernandez N € ~ OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: First Case - 516 N. M.L.K. Blvd./Logan Street r a Angie Conn, Owner, was present along with Her Attorney Robert Muladore aW 4 her family members. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is T"I1,100, estimated cost of repairs is $18,000.00. The Hearing Officer's reviewe,�, correspondence and pictures on the file. The Conn family stated that the structure is being sold. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 516 N. M.L.K. Blvd./Logan Street is to be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. Second Case - 1030 E. Kalamazoo Interested parties present were Chris Walden, Gene Crouse, Theresa Crouse, and Attorney Grace Reid. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $9,800, estimated cost of repairs is $10,000. The Hearing Officer's reviewed correspondence and pictures on the file. There was discussion regarding the property. Mr. Walden explained that he had run out of money to repair the structure. Mr. Crouse stated that he will be trying to get the property back through the court system. Mrs. Jones determined that the structure at 1030 E. Kalamazoo be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. Third Case - 3126 S. Cedar No Owner was present. However, Mr. Harry Covell was present to represent his brother Don who rents the property. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the property is $20,000, estimated cost of repairs is $20,500. The Hearing Officer's reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding this property. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 3126 S. Cedar be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. uemoiition Heari Meeting June 25, 1992 Page 2 Fourth Case — 3108 Maloney No Owner was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the structure is $13,600, estimated cost of repairs is $14,000. The Hearing Officer' s reviewed Pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Mrs. Jones determined that the structure at 3108 Maloney be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. Fifth Case — 1006 S. Grand No Owner was present. Mr. Hernandez explained that the SEV of the structure is $6,200, estimated cost of repairs is $8,000. The Hearing Officer's reviewed Pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Mr. Hartwick determined that the structure at 1006 S. Grand be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by July 9, 1992. Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Henry Hernandez Acting Chief Code Comp. Off. HH/mmr OFFICIAL PROU�DING$ _. . ..� of the 92 jUi'e PH 3 06 DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS MEETING May 28, 1992 MEMBERS PRESENT: Donald Hartwick MEMBERS ABSENT: Gloria Jones STAFF PRESENT: John Salmons OLD BUSINESS: 104 S. Logan Mr. Salmons showed the letter and photographs from the required inspection. The SEV of the structure is $7,109, estimated cost of repairs is $15,000. Mr. Hartwick ordered the property to be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by June 12, 1992. NEW BUSINESS First Case — 539 Paris Mr. Salmons made a brief presentation on the structure and stated that the SEV is $13,121 , estimated cost of repairs are a conservative $16,500. Jim Balley and several other neighbors spoke emphatically for having the structure razed. Ms . Rosie Sailor indicated that she was working with the various trade unions, and others, to repair the distressed structure for Habitation of Homeless Families. She indicated the electrical had been completely redone, and that they would be doing the same for each trade. She also indicated that Mr. Usman would be required to rent this dwelling. The neighbors stated their opposition to this and further went on to state that the structure was imminently dangerous. Mr. Salmons stated he would ask Bob Graham, Building Inspector, to assess the foundation and rear wall. Mr. Hartwick reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. After this review Mr. Hartwick ordered the structure to be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by June 12, 1992. Second Case — 131 Island Mr. Salmons Gave a brief history of the structure and stated that the SEV is $10,000, estimated cost of repairs is a conservative $11,500. Several neighbors voiced concern over the structure and believed it should be razed. Mr. Hartwick reviewed pictures and correspondence on the structure. Mr. Hartwick ordered the property to be made safe for its intended use or Demolition Hearin Ifficers Meeting May 28, 1992 Page 2 demolished within 14 days, or by June 12, 1992. Third Case - 2908 Midwood The owner, Mr. Covell, was present. Mr. Salmons gave a history on the property and stated that the SEV of the structure is $7,685, estimated cost of repairs is $29,500. Mr. Covell spoke on the matter. Mr. Hartwick reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Mr. Hartwick ordered the property to be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by June 12, 1992. Forth Case - 706 Isbell Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the property and stated that the SEV of the structure is $7,098, estimated cost of repairs is $11,500. Mr. Hartwick reviewed correspondence and pictures of the structure. Mr. Hartwick ordered the property to be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by June 12, 1992. Fifth Case - 801 W. Saginaw Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the property and stated that the SEV of the structure is $7,042, estimated cost of repairs is $14,000. Mr. Hartwick reviewed correspondence and pictures of the property. Mr. Hartwick ordered the property to be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by June 12, 1992. Being no further business the meeting adjourned. Respectful y submitted, IV John Salmons Secretary l _.. .,. OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the '92 NIT I Af'1 10 2.7 DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS April 23, 1992 MEMBERS PRESENT: Gloria Jones MEMBERS ABSENT: Donald Hartwick STAFF PRESENT: John Salmons TABLED ITEMS: 108-110 S. M.L.K. Blvd/Logan Street Mr. Salmons stated that the interior inspection was completed and showed a copy of the letter and photographs from the inspection. He indicated that there was a substantial amount of work that neded to be accomplished. The $17,000 estimate for cost of repairs was conservative. The SEV of the structure is $10,400. Ms. Jones determined that the structure at 108-110 S. ML.K. Blvd./Logan Street be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. 925-27 W. Washtenaw Mr. Salmons stated that an interior inspection was done on this property as well. This was a similar situation as 108-110 S. M.L.K. Blvd./Logan Street. There is an abundance of violations, with an estimate for repairs of $17,500, SEV $13,421 . Ms. Jones determined that the structure at 925-927 W. Washtenaw be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. 919 W. Washtenaw The interior inspection was also done on this structure. The estimated cost of repairs is in excess of $20,000 dollars; the SEV is 10,851. Mr. Watts came in to the meeting at this time. Mr. Salmons advised Mr. Watts to speak on all three houses. Ms. Jones determined that the structure at 919 W. Washtenaw be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. 2420 S. Pennsylvania Trades staff from the Building Safety Division inspected the interior of this structure. The intended use of the building is commercial. Mr. Salmons handed out a copy of the inspection letter. The SEV of the structure is $2,306, estimated cost of repairs is $16,000. Ms. Jones determined that the structure at 2420 S. Pennsylvania be made safe for Demolition Hearing utes April 23, 1992 Page 2 its intended use .or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. NEW BUSINESS: First Case — 3025 Stabler The owners were not present, however, their daughter Sarah Hernandez was. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the property and discussed the list of repairs. The SEV of the structure is $6,914, estimated cost of repairs is $8,000. Ms . Sarah Hernandez stated that she was part owner and would like to repair the structure. NIs. Jones asked if she had started to obtain permits, bids, etc. Ms. Hernandez stated she was getting some bids, but had no permits. Ms. Jones asked when this issue began. Ms. Hernandez stated sometime last August. Ms. Jones reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Ms. Jones determined that the structure at 3025 Stabler be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. Second Case — 211 E. North and Third Case 215 E. North Nathan Giles, new owner, arrived late. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the fire damaged structure at 211 E. North Street. The SEV of the structure is $7,301, estimated cost of repairs is $15,500. Mr. Giles stated he was working at repairing the structure. A neighbor spoke to the long history of the substandard conditions of this and 215 E. North Street. He was concerned that if these structures were allowed to be repaired that they would continue to be a blighting influence to the neighborhood that is struggling to up—grade itself. Ms . Jones asked if Mr. Giles was also present for 215 E. North. Mr. Giles said yes . Mr. Salmons stated that the SEV of the structure was $9,268, estimated cost of repairs is a conservative $12,200. Ms. Jones reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding these structure. Ms. Jones determined that the structures at 211 E. North and 215 E. North Street be made safe for their intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. Fourth Case — 104 S. M.L.K. Blvd./Logan Street Mr. Watts spoke on this property. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history of the structure and stated that the SEV is $7,109, estimated cost of repairs is $10,500. Ms. Jones asked if the City had been inside this structure recently. Mr. Salmons stated that he saw no indication in the file that we had. Ms . Jones stated that she would like to handle this one in the same manner as the three tabled ones from the March meeting owned by Mr. Watts. Mr. Watts will be given until May 7, 1992, to have the property inspected in order to table this item until May 28, 1.992, or the matter will continue through the normal demolition process of "Make Demolition Hearing r_ tes April 23, 1992 Page 3 Safe or Demolish within 14 days." Fifth Case — 218 Smith Mr. Ken Dewey was present. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on this fire damaged structure. Mr. Dewey and his attorney, Thomas Rasmusson, .were present and discussed the issue. Mr. Rasmusson requested the issue be tabled for 30 days to allow for the insurance and financing issues to be resolved. Ms. Jones reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding this structure and stated that she was unwilling to table the matter, but would be willing to order the property be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, and would request the issue not be forwarded to City Council for 30 days. Sixth Case — 1110 W. Kalamazoo No owner was present. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history of the property and stated that the SEV is $7,014, estimated cost of repairs is $9,500. Ms. Jones reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding this property. Ms . Jones determined that the property be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. Respecti,ull su mitted j John Salmons Secretary OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS April 23, 1992 MEMBERS PRESENT: Gloria Jones 1 MEMBERS ABSENT: Donald Hartwick Lp N � _ STAFF PRESENT: John Salmons TABLED ITEMS: N ± F 108-110 S. M.L.K. Blvd/Logan Street c^' Mr. Salmons stated that the interior inspection was completed and showed ar`cop of the letter and photographs from the inspection. He indicated that therI as a substantial amount of work that neded to be accomplished. The $17,000 estimate for cost of repairs was conservative. The SEV of the structure is $10,400. Ms. Jones determined that the structure at 108-110 S. ML.K. Blvd./Logan Street be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. 925-27 W. Washtenaw Mr. Salmons stated that an interior inspection was done on this property as well. This was a similar situation as 108-110 S. M.L.K. Blvd./Logan Street. There is an abundance of violations, with an estimate for repairs of $17,500, SEV $13,421. Ms . Jones determined that the structure at 925-927 W. Washtenaw be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. 919 W. Washtenaw The interior inspection was also done on this structure. The estimated cost of repairs is in excess of $20,000 dollars; the SEV is 10,851 . Mr. Watts came in to the meeting at this time. Mr. Salmons advised Mr. Watts to speak on all three houses. Ms . Jones determined that the structure at 919 W. Washtenaw be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. 2420 S . Pennsylvania Trades staff from the Building Safety Division inspected the interior of this structure. The intended use of the building is commercial. Mr. Salmons handed out a copy of the inspection letter. The SEV of the structure is $2,306, estimated cost of repairs is $16,000. Ms. Jones determined that the structure at 2420 S. Pennsylvania be made safe for Demolition Hearing ._ tutes April 23, 1992 Page 2 its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. NEW BUSINESS: First Case - 3025 Stabler The owners were not present, however, their daughter Sarah Hernandez was. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the property and discussed the list of repairs. The SEV of the structure is $6,914, estimated cost of repairs is $8,000. Ms. Sarah Hernandez stated that she was part owner and would like to repair the structure. Ms. Jones asked if she had started to obtain permits, bids, etc. Ms. Hernandez stated she was getting some bids, but had no permits. Ms. Jones asked when this issue began. Ms. Hernandez stated sometime last August. Ms. Jones reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding the structure. Ms . Jones determined that the structure at 3025 Stabler be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. Second Case - 211 E. North and Third Case 215 E. North Nathan Giles, new owner, arrived late. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the fire damaged structure at 211 E. North Street. The SEV of the structure is $7,301, estimated cost of repairs is $15,500. Mr. Giles stated he was working at repairing the structure. A neighbor spoke to the long history of the substandard conditions of this and 215 E. North Street. He was concerned that if these structures were allowed to be repaired that they would continue to be a blighting influence to the neighborhood that is struggling to up-grade itself. Ms. Jones asked if Mr. Giles was also present for 215 E. North. Mr. Giles said yes. Mr. Salmons stated that the SEV of the structure was $9,268, estimated cost of repairs is a conservative $12,200. Ms. Jones reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding these structure. Ms. Jones determined that the structures at 211 E. North and 215 E. North Street be made safe for their intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. Fourth Case - 104 S. M.L.K. Blvd./Logan Street Pair. Watts spoke on this property. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history of the structure and stated that the SEV is $7,109, estimated cost of repairs is $10,500. Ms. Jones asked if the City had been inside this structure recently. ' Mr. Salmons stated that he saw no indication in the file that we had. Ms. Jones stated that she would like to handle this one in the same manner as the three tabled ones from the March meeting owned by Mr. Watts. Mr. Watts will be given until May 7, 1992, to have the property inspected in order to table this item until May 28, 1992, or the matter will continue through the normal demolition process of "Make Demolition Hearing M Les April 23, 1992 Page 3 Safe or Demolish within 14 days." Fifth Case — 218 Smith Mr.. Ken Dewey was present. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on this fire damaged structure. Mr. Dewey and his attorney, Thomas Rasmusson, were present and discussed the issue. Mr. Rasmusson requested the issue be tabled for 30 days to allow for the insurance and financing issues to be resolved. Ms . Jones reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding this structure and stated that she was unwilling to table the matter, but would be willing to order the property be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, and would request the issue not be forwarded to City Council for 30 days. Sixth Case — 1110 W. Kalamazoo No owner was present. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history of the property and stated that the SEV is $7,014, estimated cost of repairs is $9,500. Ms. Jones reviewed pictures and correspondence regarding this property. Ms . Jones determined that the property be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by May 7, 1992. Respectull su mitted /John Salmons /' Secretary DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS MEETING Crl CO -� March 26, 1992 =D -a r; HEARING OFFICERS PRESENT: Gloria Jones and Donald Hartwick cs" STAFF PRESENT: John Salmons 7-- =-= OLD BUSINESS: 525 Sheridan (Tabled from January 23, 1992) W GJ Mr. Hartwick moved to have this issued removed from the table, Ms. Jones concurred. Mr. John Stevens, owner, was present. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the structure. Mr. Stevens stated that he had had two heart attacks since the last demolition hearing and is just now getting back to work on the structure. At this point nothing further has been done on the structure. Mr. Hartwick empathized with Mr. Stevens, but ordered the structure to be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992. NEW BUSINESS: First Case - 2420 S. Pennsylvania The owner, Eugenia Bruziensky, was present along with her son, A. Bruziensky; Robert C. Biales, Sixty Plus; Richard Stuckman, Architect; and Robert and Kathleen Wagner. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the structure. He noted that the SEV is $2,306, the estimated cost of repair is $10,000+. Each of the above listed people spoke regarding the issue. The Hearing Officer's reviewed pictures and documentation. Mr. Hartwick stated that he would be willing to table the issue until the next meeting if the Building Safety Division was permitted to do a complete interior inspection sometime during the week of March 30, 1992. However, if no inspection date was set, then an order to make the structure safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992, would be upheld. Second Case - 925-27 W. Washtenaw; SEV - 13,421, Est. Cost of Repair - $17,500 Third Case - 919 W. Washtenaw; SEV - 10,351, Est. Cost of Repair - 16,500 Fourth Case - 108-110 S. M.L.K. Blvd/Logan - SEV - 10,664, Est. Cost of Repair - $17,000 The above properties are all owned by Jonathan Watts who was present. Mr. Salmons and Mr. Watts both spoke on the structures. The Hearing Officer's reviewed pictures and documentation. Mr. Hartwick was concerned as to why these structures were in the demolition process. Mr. Salmons discussed the frustration of trying to get Mr. Watts to make repairs, but concurred that the letters didn' t appear to contain the relevant information. Demolition Hearing C `cers Meeting — March 26, _ )2 Page 2 Ms. Jones stated that these cases should be tabled for an interior inspection. Mr. Hartwick said he would concur if the inspections were scheduled during the week of March 30, 1992. However, Mr. Hartwick ordered that should the inspections not be scheduled then an order to make the structures safe for their intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992, would be upheld; Ms. Jones concurred. Fifth Case — 139 S. Larch No owner was present. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history of the property and stated that the SEV is $9,800, estimated cost of repairs is $19,610. The Hearing Officer's reviewed documentation and pictures. Ms. Jones ordered that the structure at 139 S. Larch be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992. . Sixth Case — 810 Chicago The owner, Pauline Sallows, was present along with Frank Sallows. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history of the property and stated that the SEV is $12,270, estimated cost of repairs is $19,200. Mr. & Mrs. Sallows both talked at length about the property. Mr. Hartwick ordered the property at 810 Chicago be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992. Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Respectf lly submitted, John Salmons 0 Secretary JS/mmr DEMOLITION HEARING OFFICERS c MEETING N F � ro 4 6 n March 26, 1992 La HEARING OFFICERS PRESENT: Gloria Jones and Donald Hartwick STAFF PRESENT: John Salmons :3 OLD BUSINESS: N 525 Sheridan (Tabled from January 23, 1992) co Mr. Hartwick moved to have this issued removed from the table, Ms. Jones concurred. Mr. John Stevens, owner, was present. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the structure. Mr. Stevens stated that he had had two heart attacks since the last demolition hearing and is just now getting back to work on the structure. At this point nothing further has been done on the structure. Mr. Hartwick empathized with Mr. Stevens, but ordered the structure to be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992. NEW BUSINESS: First Case — 2420 S. Pennsylvania The owner, Eugenia Bruziensky, was present along with her son, A. Bruziensky; Robert C. Biales, Sixty Plus; Richard Stuckman, Architect; and Robert and Kathleen Wagner. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history on the- structure. He noted that the SEV is $2,306, the estimated cost of repair is $10,000+. Each of the above listed people spoke regarding the issue. The Hearing Officer's reviewed pictures and documentation. Mr. Hartwick stated that he would be willing to table the issue until the next meeting if the Building Safety Division was permitted to do a complete interior inspection sometime during the week of March 30, 1992. However, if no inspection date was set, then an order to make the structure safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992, would be upheld. Second Case — 925-27 W. Washtenaw; SEV — 13,421, Est. Cost of Repair — $17,500 Third Case — 919 W. Washtenaw; SEV — 10,351, Est. Cost of Repair — 16,500 Fourth Case — 108-110 S. M.L.K. Blvd/Logan — SEV — 10,664, Est. Cost of Repair — $17,000 The above properties are all owned by Jonathan Watts who was present. Mr. Salmons and Mr. Watts both spoke on the structures. The Hearing Officer's reviewed pictures and documentation. Mr. Hartwick was concerned as to why these structures were in the demolition process. Mr. Salmons discussed the frustration of trying to get Mr. Watts to make repairs, but concurred that the letters didn' t appear to contain the relevant information. Demolition Hearing Off ors Meeting - March 26, 1S Page 2 Ms. Jones stated that these cases should be tabled for an interior inspection. Mr. Hartwick said he would concur if the inspections were scheduled during the week of March 30, 1992. However, Mr. Hartwick ordered that should the inspections not be scheduled then an order to make the structures safe for their intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992, would be upheld; Ms. Jones concurred. Fifth Case - 139 S. Larch No owner was present. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history of the property and stated that the SEV is $9,800, estimated cost of repairs is $19,610. The Hearing Officer' s reviewed documentation and pictures. Ms. Jones ordered that the structure at 139 S. Larch be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992. Sixth Case - 810 Chicago The owner, Pauline Sallows, was present along with Frank Sallows. Mr. Salmons gave a brief history of the property and stated that the SEV is $12,270, estimated cost of repairs is $19,200. Mr. & Mrs. Sallows both talked at length about the property. Mr. Hartwick ordered the property at 810 Chicago be made safe for its intended use or demolished within 14 days, or by April 9, 1992. Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Respectf lly submitted, John Salmons Secretary JS/mmr