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City inspectors told the commission the single‑family dwelling and two accessory structures are in severe disrepair, with collapsed load‑bearing walls, exposed electrical wiring, temporary shoring and open points of entry that have allowed squatters to occupy the property. Inspectors reported 25 PD complaints and multiple property maintenance cases since mid‑2022, and said the current investigation began January 6, 2025. The property was described as unsanitary, contaminated with debris and a safety hazard; inspector Felix Federigo said water and electricity were active as of January 30, 2025, while gas service was not active.

The department recommended revocation of the certificate of occupancy and ordered demolition within 30 days of the commission's order; staff said the city may secure the property, perform demolition and place a lien on the parcel for costs if the owner does not comply.

Neighbors and nearby residents told the commission they have experienced ongoing trespass, drug use and fires at the location. Janet Rivera, who said she lives next door, told the commission she has reported illegal activity to police and has seen late‑night bonfires and people living in tents on the lot. \"I feel like this should be demolished yesterday,\" Rivera said, describing fear for her family's safety.

Officer Saul Bujedis of the police department said officers have responded frequently to the address and that officers and code enforcement have cleared the site multiple times; he said the address had 25 calls for service this year and multiple arrests connected to the property. He also noted ongoing investigations, including an aggravated assault associated with the address.

Commissioners asked staff whether a faster response was available; staff replied that state law requires the commission to grant a minimum of 30 days to property owners and interested parties, unless a building official or the fire marshal determines an \"imminent hazard\" or \"imminent danger,\" which would allow expedited boarding or demolition. Staff said if imminent danger is found, the city can proceed with faster demolition, possibly within about a week after declaration, and that staff would coordinate writs of entry, police assistance and contractor scheduling if necessary.

An interested party who said he has worked on the property said the owner is incarcerated and that a contractor could pull a demolition permit if authorized by the owner; staff confirmed a demolition permit can be pulled by a registered contractor and that doing so would allow the contractor to move forward sooner than city‑led demolition.

The commission voted to accept staff recommendations and order demolition per the 30‑day timeline; commissioners also authorized staff to inspect the property for imminent threat criteria and to act more quickly if the building official or fire marshal makes that finding.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Building and Standards Commission Meeting 04/17/2025","oneSentenceSummary","The commission accepted staff recommendations to declare the property at 4670 Vulcan Avenue unsafe and ordered demolition within 30 days unless the owner or an authorized contractor obtains permits and completes demolition sooner; neighbors described ongoing trespass, drug use and safety hazards.","taxTitle","El Paso City, El Paso County, Texas","taxId",2792,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6595068,"El Paso commission gives property owner 90 days to begin rehabilitation of fire‑damaged Bowen Road house",1265,622000,1887000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3043449-1615bd08267a208c331df7d8430633eb&start=622&end=1887","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3043449-1615bd08267a208c331df7d8430633eb/thumbnail_622000.jpg","/articles/6595068/El-Paso-City/El-Paso-County/Texas/El-Paso-commission-gives-property-owner-90-days-to-begin-rehabilitation-of-firedamaged-Bowen-Road-house","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6595068-f98deabf173ffc1d9b5b6bc89c2e6675/orig.mp4?Expires=1776436623&Signature=WuycDsP1LdvsaQqZap-iepA1cDPgvK9SmUrIWCjfQi8UBI9cNZAC2c7aUWp5G~xB~aNCMdpFGlZDLE6wzGuL5MPA6LpiFDvVVV1JqFyR-D3FgIWUVT9nlo9W8Q4t8t4CSAAUIStX7frYboQ5T8Ae4YmoNHOWDHhJHSnjewErluh1p5MYVBdKhy5aHU6tdI~3GM725GC23kRv-GuN07nb~XwBpfU4mGwU5~MzDv07e-zjr91-yQZa~mV6YzQ36wgPk9BZh2VhgNdBoV0WkZcCxKPCf57Ar7TMd8zulBFL6OycJw~ruPVcVv~e4xNXKz-Zom-cE7NScovhqKxfyp9BQA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Building and Standards Commission of the City of El Paso voted April 17 to give the owner of 8033 Bowen Road 90 days to start rehabilitation and obtain permits after inspectors described the single‑family dwelling as fire‑damaged, open to the elements and filled with combustible debris.

City code enforcement staff told the commission the main structure — built in the 1950s and constructed with adobe brick and a wood frame — has substantial fire damage, a deteriorated roof open to the elements, cracked exterior walls that admit light, and interior trash and debris that make the building vulnerable to unwanted entry. The department recommended the certificate of occupancy be revoked and that rehabilitation commence within 90 days; if permits and work are not started in that period, staff recommended demolition.

The recommendation matters because, as the department noted at the hearing, state law limits the commission to granting a maximum of 90 days to commence rehabilitation; the municipal code provides the authority to revoke certificates of occupancy and order rehabilitation or demolition for structures found unfit for habitation.

Ray Horn, who identified himself at the hearing as the property's owner, said he acquired the house through foreclosure late last year and that squatters had occupied it prior to and after a fire. Horn said he had secured the property after the fire and contracted Triple S Construction to perform the work. \"I'm going to rehab that property,\" Horn told the commission, adding that he aimed to complete the project in about 150 days once permitting and funding were in place.

Commissioners discussed the timing and permitting process. A city official explained that submitting permits and entering review should start the clock on the rehabilitation period, and that building permits typically allow 180 days for construction; combined with the 90‑day window to commence work, staff said the total review and construction timeline could stretch to about nine months in normal circumstances.

A motion to grant the owner 90 days, as allowed under state law and city recommendations, passed on a voice vote. The commission and staff emphasized the owner must obtain required permits and comply with all permitting conditions; the department said the structure must be secured and the premises cleared of trash and debris while rehabilitation proceeds. If the owner does not start rehabilitation and submit permits within 90 days, the department recommended the city demolish the main and accessory structures and place a lien on the property for demolition costs.

The commission moved on to the next case after approving the recommendation.","The Building and Standards Commission granted the owner of 8033 Bowen Road 90 days to begin permitting and rehabilitation after inspectors found fire damage, an open roof and combustible debris; the commission said demolition would follow if permits are not submitted within that period.","actionData","errors"]

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Building and Standards Commission orders demolition timeline for unsafe structure at Vulcan Avenue after residents report drugs, trespass and fires

El Paso commission gives property owner 90 days to begin rehabilitation of fire‑damaged Bowen Road house