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City proposes sale of 3015 N Street to NeighborWorks Lincoln after foreclosure and demolition
Summary
City staff described a proposed sale of city-owned lot at 3015 N Street to NeighborWorks Lincoln for $30,000; the lot previously had demolition and liens resulting in city foreclosure in August 2024 and will require additional cleanup before redevelopment.
The council heard a presentation Feb. 10 about a proposed sale of city-owned property at 3015 N Street to NeighborWorks Lincoln for $30,000.
Director Hein (Development Services) summarized the property's history: the city assessed fines and fees for property neglect beginning in 2015; the structure was demolished in or around 2020; liens and unpaid fees accumulated; and the city foreclosed on the parcel in August 2024. Hein said the city’s out-of-pocket demolition cost was approximately $20,000, with roughly $17,000 in taxes, interest and other charges bringing total costs to about $37,000. NeighborWorks Lincoln has agreed to purchase the property for $30,000 and would assume additional cleanup tasks required to ready the lot for rebuilding. Hein told council the lot measures 44 by 72 feet and is a legally nonconforming lot for which the city will allow reconstruction because a house previously existed there.
Councilman Beckius asked whether the city was the only bidder at the sheriff’s sale; Hein said the city was the only bidder. Beckius also sought and received confirmation that NeighborWorks will take on necessary cleanup before constructing a new home.
No vote is recorded in the transcript excerpt for this item; the matter was presented and council members asked clarifying questions.
