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CODE ENFORCEMENT SECTION
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
DEMOLITION BOARD
Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 6:00 pm,
March 28,2024
The March 28,2024 meeting of the City of Lansing Demolition Board was called to order at 6:08 P.M. by
W. Allen. The following members were in attendance:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Dave Muylle, Joe Vitale, Kimberly Shirey
STAFF PRESENT: Walter Allen, Lynne Puente, Linda Burch
PUBLIC PRESENT: Joseph Fawaz, Bryan Halmich, Tawny Cerny, Clarence Hooker, Sam Dua,
Ashley Brezinski, Mark Slee, Jordan Creagh, Gloria Hall, Eric Thompson,
Chad Keilen, Vicente Martinez, Rahim Alikheil
OLD BUSINESS: Minutes from the February 22,2024 Demolition Board Meeting
Demolition board members read the minutes from the February 22,2024 meeting Dave Muylle made the
motion to approve Joe Vitale seconded the motion.
Case No: D2024-011 Address: 1044 Ontario
Walter Allen read the case overview sheet for the board and noted that an updated inspection and letter
were completed on 3/27/2024. Mr. Muylle asked the owner to update the board. Mr. Creagh stated his
plan is to fix the property and sell it. Mr. Creagh plans to start with the kitchen and bathroom he is
currently looking for contractors, Mr. Muylle stated we are here for the plan and timelines today how long
do you think it will take you to find contractors. Mr. Creagh asked if the property can be removed from
demolition, he sees no reason why the home has been referred for demolition the house is not dangerous.
Mr. Vitale responded that currently the repairs are equal to 50% of the value of the home if he can get that
under the 50% it can come out of demolition. Mr. Creagh thought that starting with the outside of the
home would make the most sense. Ms. Puente brought up that even if it is removed from demolition and
the property is still tagged it will continue to be billed monthly. Mr. Vitale informed the owner it can take
30 to 60 days for a permit to be issued. Ms. Shirey stated the board is not part of the City of Lansing and
the board does not get involved with the permit process. Mr. Muylle asked the owner if the board were to
table the property 60 days do you think you could have the plumbing permit issued at a minimum? If that
happens the board would be willing to work with the owner. Ms. Shirey informed the owner that the
board has a responsibility, and they need to see some type of progress.
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Mr. Vitale stated that if the owner finds that the project is more of a financial issue, he may want to sell
the property. The board will hear the property again on May 23,2024. A permit will need to be issued or
the property listed for sale for the board to continue to work with the owner.
Joe Vitale ruled: Tabled until May 23,2024 meeting.
Case No: D2023-004 Address: 1007 Porter St.
W. Allen read the case overview sheet for the board. The owner, Mr. Keilen, was present for the meeting
and the board requested that he update him on his progress. Mr. Keilen stated that they have almost
completed the project and they should be ready to call for a final building inspection in the next few
weeks. The board asked if they were to table the property 60 to 90 days would that be sufficient time to
complete the project with the hopes, they would be done prior and not have to return, Mr. Keilen stated
that would be sufficient.
Dave Muylle ruled: Tabled until June 27,2024 meeting.
Case No: D2023-006 Address: 1023 Porter St.
W. Allen read the case overview sheet for the board. The owner Tawny Cerny was present at the
meeting. Mr. Vitale asked the owner to update the board on her progress. Mrs. Cerny stated that the
building inspector had come to the property and told them they could start installing the insulation and
drywall. They do not have the utilities turned on, they do need an electrical permit to install a new
electrical meter, the previous meter was removed after the fire.
Joe Vitale: Tabled until April 25,2024 meeting.
D2022-011 Address: 2407 Dunlap St.
W. Allen read the case overview sheet for the board. The owner was not present for the meeting, Ms.
Shirey noticed that the certified notification had been returned undeliverable. Ms. Puente noted to the
board that the owner has obtained multiple permits since the last meeting his personal information is
listed on the permits and that she would try to e-mail and phone the owner to get a better address.
K. Shirey ruled: Tabled until June 27,2024.
D2023-021 Address: 1232 N Washington Ave.
Walter Allen read the case overview sheet for the board. Ms. Puente informed the owner that the rough
electrical passed inspection on the 18th. Ms. Puente also asked if the owner has been in contact with Ken
and if Ken is licensed. Mr. Hooker responded he was not sure that he found the builder on a list of
licensed contractors at Home Depot. Ms. Puente informed the owner that Ken has been calling the
Building Safety Department and has stated that he is doing all the plumbing and building work the
contractor Christian Nwobu has been in Germany. The Chief Plumbing Inspector went to the residence
for the inspection and the plumbing contractor was not on site for the inspection. Mr. Burton the Chief
Plumbing Inspector called the contractor the contractor informed the inspector he did the removal of the
old plumbing however the locks have been changed on him he has not been able to get into the dwelling
to do any work and he did not call for the inspection he would like to cancel his permit as someone else
has been doing the work under his license.
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Mr. Vitale informed the owner that he has a problem with his contractor, the board wants to work with
you, and you may want to find another contractor. Mr. Hooker was given a book provided to the EDP
Department from the Lansing Board of Relators that lists several contractors that are license and do work
in the area. Mr. Muylle asked if he had a contract with the builder the owner indicated he did however he
hired the electrician on his own.
Dave Muylle ruled: Tabled until April 25,2024.
D2022-008 Address: 3417 Stabler St.
Walter Allen read the case overview sheet for the board. Mr. Muylle informed the owner he was at the
dwelling earlier and it is looking good. The owner, Mr. Dua, stated that they have been getting all their
approvals on the trades and hopefully within the next 60 days they can get their final inspections and
complete the project.
Dave Muylle ruled: Tabled until June 27,2024.
D2022-010 Address: 3134 Viking Rd.
Walter Allen read the case overview sheet for the board. Ms. Shirey asked him to please update her on his
progress. The owner Mr. Halmich was in attendance for the meeting he stated that he has applied for the
building and all trade permits he is now waiting on the plan review to be completed which might take 30
to 60 days to be completed.
Kim Shirey ruled: Tabled until June 27,2024.
D2023-023 Address: 500 N Butler Blvd.
Walter Allen read the case overview sheet for the board and noted to the board that no permits have been
applied for at this time. Mr. Vitale asked if they obtained their zoning approval for a multi-unit. The
representatives for City Life church stated that they were approved for a 4 unit. They feel the project will
cost around $500,000.00. They have secured $400,000.00 to be viable they have started fund raising
efforts and are looking into other possible funding to find the money needed. They have tentatively hired
Mikey Foundation to be the general contractor for the project and are looking for a new architect for the
project. Mr. Vitale asked if they would know in the next 30 days if they would be able to rehabilitate the
property or list it for sale. The representatives stated they will need more than 30 days to know for sure in
60 days they would know. Mr. Vitale reminded the owners that if they decide to sell the property, they
will need to disclose that the property is in the Make Safe or Demolish program.
Joe Vitale ruled: Tabled until June 27,2024
D2023-019 Address: 4918 Eastlawn Dr.
Walter Allen read the case overview sheet for the board and noted the trade permits are now expired. The
owner’s son (personal representative) and the contractor were in attendance for the meeting. The
contractor stated he will get with the trade contractors and have them ask for extensions on their permits.
They are currently working on painting and doors the kitchen cabinets have been ordered then the flooring
will be completed. Things are moving on the project just slower than expected.
Joe Vitale ruled: Tabled until May 23,2024
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D2022-002 Address: 5625 Kaynorth Rd.
Walter Allen read the case overview for the board. Mr. Fawaz informed the board that he has left multiple
voicemail messages with no response for Building Safety Manager Jon Snyder. He e-mailed him earlier
today to see if he could get a response via email. Mr. Fawaz stated he is selling another home that will
give him the funding needed to finish this project. Mr. Fawaz showed pictures to the board and Code
Enforcement staff showing that the project has almost been completed. Mr. Fawaz stated he will also get
with the Assessor’s Office to obtain the homestead exemption as he plans to live in this home as his
primary residence.
Dave Muylle ruled: Tabled until May 23,2024
D2023-026 Address: 1723 Osband Ave.
Walter Allen read the case overview for the board. Ms. Puente noted to the board that the owner called
earlier, he was not feeling well and would be unable to attend tonight’s meeting. Ms. Puente also noted to
the board that since the last hearing the owner has obtained multiple permits and has had rough
inspections on the Roofing and Electrical permits.
Dave Muylle ruled: Tabled until June 27,2024
D2023-011 Address: 204 E. Cavanaugh Rd.
Walter Allen read the case overview for the board. The owner’s general contractor and personal
representative, Mr. Martinez, was in attendance. Mr. Martinez indicated to the board he installed the
hurricane ties; Building Inspector Larry Connelly was asking for; they passed their rough framing
inspection. Mr. Muylle stated he was at the dwelling and noted that drywall was onsite. Mr. Martinez
stated that they should have the drywall installed by Sunday and his crew will be working through the
weekend to get this completed.
Dave Muylle ruled: Tabled until May 23,2024
D2024-003 Address: 1300 W. Maple St.
Walter Allen read the case overview for the board. Ms. Shirey asked the owner if she had put a plan
together. The owner Ms. Hall responded to the board she thought she had an electrician on board for the
project however they backed out. Ms. Hall contacted the electrician she had hired back in 2015 and they
told her too much time had passed they were not willing to finish the project. Ms. Shirey asked Ms. Hall if
she was able to get the home cleaned out so that work could start. Ms. Hall responded yes, she was able to
get the stored items removed, however some items will stay they are items to be used for the home. Ms.
Shirey asked Ms. Hall if she came tonight’s meeting with the written plan for the property as requested at
the last meeting. Ms. Hall presented Ms. Shirey with her written plan and stated she had gotten some
estimates and will get a few more before making a final decision. Mr. Vitale asked if the board were to
table the property for another 30 days would she have an electrician hired, Ms. Hall responded that she
thought she could. Ms. Shirey stated she would be willing to table the property for another 30 days and an
electrician would need to be hired by the next meeting.
Kim Shirey ruled: Tabled until April 25,2024
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D2023-024 Address: 929 N. Seymour Ave.
Walter Allen read the case overview for the board. Ms. Puente noted to the board the owner e-mailed her
and stated he would not be able to attend tonight’s meeting as it is holy week. All his permits are
completed he just needs to make an appointment with the Code Officer to come out and conduct an
inspection to have the tag removed or pulled from the demolition process.
Kim Shirey ruled: Tabled until April 25,2024.
D2023-016 Address: 204 E Potter Ave.
Walter Allen read the case overview for the board. Mr. Vitale asked the owner to update the board. The
owner Mr. Rahim Alikheil stated the framing is done the siding was disapproved the Electrical and
Plumbing permits were pulled by the previous owner those permits are all closed. The board suggested
that Mr. Alikheil call Ms. Puente to see what inspections had been approved then Mr. Alikheil would be
able to go from there. Mr. Vitale said 60 days is reasonable to have new permits in place.
Joe Vitale ruled: Tabled until May 23,2024
NEW BUSINESS: None
ADJOURNMENT: At 7:30 PM, W. Allen
Respectfully submitted,
Lynne Puente Draft date: April 18,2024
Administrative Secretary
Code Enforcement Section Approved date: April 25,2024
Sent to Clerk’s Office: April 26,2024
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