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Perry council pauses final vote on international property maintenance code after residents urge safeguards for historic downtown
Summary
Council members opened a public hearing on Ordinance 10-54 to adopt the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code but, following extended public comment and council questions, agreed to hold a workshop before finalizing any action to review enforcement, historic-building concessions and owner assistance.
The City of Perry council resumed a public hearing June 24 on Ordinance 10-54, the city’s proposed adoption of the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code, and then decided to convene a workshop for further review before taking final action.
Council members and staff discussed the ordinance’s intent to set standards for property condition, utilities and the condemnation of structures unfit for human occupancy. A staff speaker said the proposed code would give the city clearer standards and tools for code enforcement; the draft also delegates fee-setting for permits and inspections to future council resolution.
The hearing drew lengthy public comment from downtown property owners and prospective investors who said they support stronger standards for public safety but…
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