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Code enforcement reports Tipton Street condemnation; city closes Spectrum Recycling site after eminent‑domain settlement
Summary
Code Enforcement told the board it condemned a Tipton Street multi‑unit property for unsafe living conditions and staff said the city has closed access to a Spectrum Recycling site the city acquired via eminent domain to allow project progress.
The city’s code enforcement and legal staff updated the Board of Public Works and Safety on Aug. 5 about recent property enforcement and an acquisition tied to planned projects.
Code enforcement reported that inspectors condemned a multi‑unit property on Tipton Street due to hazardous living conditions; the department said at least one household was assisted with relocation and that the property owner, identified in the meeting as Kevin Yang, owns another property and has been asked to secure the condemned building. Staff noted issues with squatters and described continuing efforts to locate and contact property owners for vacant parcels.
Public works also informed the board that the city acquired a site used by Spectrum Recycling through an eminent‑domain process. Staff said the city paid the settlement check, closed the property and turned off utilities to allow project progress; legal staff will continue to monitor compliance. The board did not vote on enforcement actions during the report; these items were provided as department updates.
Board members asked about assistance to displaced residents and whether trustees or other agencies were involved; staff said at least one resident was helped and the owner offered alternative accommodation at another property he owns.
