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Buyer on land contract for 910 South Second told to get fire inspection before repairs; demolition order entered but stayed
Summary
A land‑contract buyer for 910 South Second said the interior damage was limited and that contractors were ready; the city required a fire inspection by the building inspector before permits or agreements and entered a two‑year demolition order that can be lifted with progress.
At the OTA hearing, the city said 910 South Second had a significant fire on May 17 and that the property had not been inspected for repair. Code officer Bruce Engelmeier testified the roof had holes from firefighting operations and rear damage; the city recommended a demolition order.
The land‑contract buyer, Nubia Areola, said she and her brother (the record owner) planned to repair the house, replace siding and roof sections and had begun interior cleanup; she requested the opportunity to obtain a building inspection. City staff told her that an inspection by building inspector Paul Goodwin is required before the city can approve permits or move forward with specific mechanical, electrical or plumbing work. The hearing officer entered a full demolition order — a two‑year order — but told Areola the city would lift it if she obtains an inspection and demonstrates progress.
Engelmeier explained that after an inspection the city will provide a list of required repairs and that licensed contractors must perform plumbing, electrical and mechanical work. The land‑contract buyer agreed to contact the building inspector by the stated two‑week deadline so the parties could negotiate a compliance agreement.
