Board removes $500 fine for 914 21st St.; orders cleanup for 815 N. 19th St.

The board considered two code‑enforcement property cleanups Wednesday and took separate actions for each address. 914 21st Street: Owner Tita Perez Benitez addressed the board; staff said the property had been cited previously and a $500 multiple‑violation fine remained. Staff reported the property is now cleaned up and that the owner holds a quitclaim deed. The board voted to remove the $500 fine. "Everything's cleaned up there," staff said; the owner confirmed she does not live at the property. The board approved removing the fine and noted that future notices would require the owner to ensure tenants keep the property clean. 815 N. 19th Street: Staff reported trash, debris and bedding materials at the property and said it has been vacant for years. The board approved a cleanup order for the site and asked staff to proceed with abatement as needed. Discussion: Staff described the violations and the cleanup status for each property. Direction: staff will remove the fine for 914 21st St. and arrange cleanup for 815 N. 19th St. Decision: both motions carried on voice votes. Why this matters: Enforcement and cleanup decisions address neighborhood blight, public health and safety and the condition of properties near new development. Next steps: Staff will note the fine removal in records, verify deed documentation if needed, and oversee or arrange the cleanup at 815 N. 19th St.