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Commission affirms emergency cleanup at 125 South Twelfth after owner’s representative disputes handling
Summary
The Richmond Unsafe Building Commission affirmed an emergency cleanup and sealing at 125 South Twelfth Street on Sept. 16, 2025, after an extended public comment by the owner’s representative alleging procedural problems, interference by a city contractor and a delayed notice to the owner.
The Richmond City Unsafe Building Commission on Sept. 16 affirmed emergency action to clean and seal 125 South Twelfth Street after hearing extended public comment from a woman identifying herself as Carol L. King, who said she was acting on behalf of owner Rachel Diddy.
King disputed the process that led to use of a contractor the city engaged and said she had been working to remove hazardous materials and clear the property before the city’s emergency action. She told the Commission, “My daughter has a traumatic brain injury,” and said she had notified city staff and sought help to address the property’s condition. The Commission voted to affirm the emergency action, citing photographic and health-department documentation of hazardous conditions.
Why it matters: The vote formalizes the city’s determination that the property presented an imminent health and safety risk and endorses the city’s right to act in an emergency when health and code officials…
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