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Kennett City reports 23 rental inspections in January; temporary dead-end signs placed on Michael Street and Honeysuckle
Summary
City reported 23 rental inspections for January with one failed inspection, and staff installed temporary dead-end signage on Michael Street and Honeysuckle while reviewing permanent options.
City staff told the Kennett City Council that rental inspections began this month with 23 inspections completed in January; staff said all but one property passed inspection after the tenant made required restitution to the landlord. The council was also told that 30 notice letters to landlords were mailed previously and that 14 landlords remained unregistered; staff said citations will be issued to noncompliant landlords after the registration deadline passes.
During committee reports a council member said residents had complained about vehicles searching for routes through dead-end streets in the Michael Street and Honeysuckle area; staff member Gerald (last name not specified in the transcript) said he placed temporary dead-end signs, and the council heard the area appeared about 80% improved after the signs went up. Council members discussed whether an ordinance or formal sign order would be required for permanent signs; staff said they would follow up with the appropriate city official (Terry) to determine if a formal ordinance or sign authorization is needed.
Decision/directions: Staff will continue rental inspections, issue citations to landlords who miss the registration deadline, and check whether permanent signage or an ordinance is required for the dead-end streets. Council requested updates at future meetings.
The council reminded members of the process to be placed on a future agenda and reiterated deadlines for landlord registration and inspection scheduling.
