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Board extends compliance deadline for homeowner on city owner‑occupied rehab list; vote 4–1
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Summary
The Code Enforcement Board amended a previous noncompliance order for Tracy Smith at 605 Willie Drive, allowing a July cutoff date because the property is on the city's owner‑occupied rehabilitation waiting list; the motion passed 4–1.
The Code Enforcement Board voted 4–1 on April 10 to amend a previous noncompliance order for Tracy Smith at 605 Willie Drive and give the homeowner more time to reach compliance because the property is on the city’s owner‑occupied rehabilitation list.
Why it matters: properties on the owner‑occupied rehab list are eligible for city assistance programs; extending deadlines recognizes a reliance on municipal repair programs but also keeps the case under board oversight.
Inspector Sarah Kirk reported that the first notice for the property dated Aug. 4, 2020, and that Smith has been on the city owner‑occupied rehabilitation list and is awaiting assistance. Kirk said some items had progressed (roof work completed, some bare surfaces addressed) and that an asbestos survey and a demolition permit for an outbuilding were under review for related work.
Board members debated the appropriate deadline given the city assistance process. Mr. Gonzales moved to amend the previous order and allow the respondent until July 2 to come into compliance; Mr. Gonzales' motion was seconded by Ms. Himes. The motion carried 4–1. The chair instructed staff to add the city documentation to the case file and to continue engagement with the property owner so any city‑funded repairs could proceed.
Ending: The board directed staff to keep the case on the schedule for the July cutoff and asked the inspector to report progress; the owner was urged to remain in contact with the assigned case officer.
