09-25-17 Regular Meeting of the La Porte City Council

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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Budget Agenda Date Requested: September 25, 2017 Source of Funds: General Fund Requested By: Mark Huber Account Number: 001-9092-524-6021 Department: Planning and Development Amount Budgeted: $60,000 Report: X Resolution: Ordinance: Amount Requested: N/A Exhibits: Progress Photos Budgeted Item: YES X NO Exhibits: Letter from Engineer Exhibits Ordinance SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION The Dangerous Building Inspection Board, as established by Sect. 82-472 of the City’s Code of Ordinances, is composed of the Building Official (or their designee), the Fire Chief (Mike Boaze) and the Fire Marshal (Clif Meekins). On September 12, 2016, Council conducted a public hearing and granted the property owner one (1) year to complete repairs on the structure located at 621 W. Main St. Prior to tonight’s meeting, courtesy letters both regular mail and certified, were sent to the new property owners as a reminder of the upcoming deadline. The property was purchased by a new owner, J. Azimpoor, in December 2016 (8200 V Memorial LLC). The current status of the property is the same as it was on September 12, 2016; no improvements have been made. The current owner has submitted a letter from an engineer verifying that the structure does not show signs of deformation or deflection, but advises that an engineered roofing system be designed and installed as soon as possible to curb further damage. The Building Official agrees with the Engineer’s assessment. On August 21, 2017, Mr. Azimpoor met with staff and was informed that he would need to submit two (2) sets of engineered plans for a new roof. Mr. Azimpoor has agreed and is currently working on these plans. At this time, staff is recommending Council grant the new owner time to submit plans and specifications for repair to become code compliant. Action Required by Council: 1.Conduct Public Hearing for the structure located at 621 W. Main St.; and 2.Consider approval or other action to extend additional time to new owner. Approved for City Council Agenda Corby D. Alexander, City Manager Date