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Sandusky land bank postpones decision on 411 Meg Street after buyer contacts city
Summary
The Land Bank Committee postponed action on reclaiming 411 Meg Street to the next meeting after the purchaser emailed on Sept. 2 indicating intent to build; staff will seek additional status from building and planning departments.
The Sandusky Land Bank Committee voted on Sept. 15 to postpone a decision on reclaiming the parcel at 411 Meg Street after staff reported recent contact from the purchaser but no formal hardship documentation. Committee members asked staff to check whether the buyer has spoken with the building or planning departments and to return with a status update at the next meeting.
Land bank staff member Debbie reported that the city commission approved the purchase-and-sale agreement for the parcel on May 28, 2024, the agreement was executed June 5, 2024 and the property transferred July 23, 2024. The sale required construction within 12 months (by July 23, 2025). Staff sent a regular-mail request for progress on Nov. 20, 2024 and received no reply. A certified letter alleging breach was mailed Aug. 20, 2025 and was signed for Aug. 25, 2025, Debbie said. "On 09/02/2025, mister Kameny emailed the city, stating that he still planned to build on the lot," she said, and staff asked Kameny to submit written hardship documentation if he sought an extension.
Why it matters: Unlike the Hayes Avenue parcel, staff reported recent contact from the purchaser, so the committee considered giving the buyer additional time to provide information about progress or hardship. Committee members suggested staff check with the building and planning departments and requested a one-month follow-up at the next meeting.
Action taken: A committee member moved to postpone the matter until the next meeting; the motion was seconded and approved by roll call with yes votes from members present. Staff said they would attempt phone contact and send certified follow-up if needed.
Next steps: Staff will contact the purchaser, check whether there have been building-department or planning inquiries, and return with a status report at the committee's next meeting (scheduled Nov. 17, per staff).
