The Oak Ridge City Council held a special meeting on September 22, 2025, to address ongoing code violations at a property owned by Carbon Rivers, which has been under scrutiny for both property maintenance and fire code issues. The council discussed the status of compliance with these violations, which have been a concern since a citation was issued in April 2025, resulting in a $1,500 fine.

The meeting revealed that the fire department had received a fire hazard analysis from a third-party engineer in June 2025. The report highlighted two main recommendations: ensuring the safe size and spacing of stored windmill blades and providing adequate water supply for fire protection, which is currently insufficient at the site. Compliance with these recommendations is estimated to take four to six months, although some council members expressed skepticism about this timeline.

The council also reviewed the ongoing property maintenance issues, noting that while some violations have been addressed, others remain unresolved. The discussion included the potential for further action if compliance is not achieved, including returning to the administrative hearing officer for additional fines, which can reach up to $500 per day per violation for non-residential properties.

Concerns were raised about whether Carbon Rivers has ceased recycling or receiving windmill blades, with council members emphasizing the need for clarity on these points as they move forward. The meeting underscored the council's commitment to ensuring compliance and addressing safety concerns at the property.