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Council grants 90-day extension for owner of property at 947 Beulah after notice of condemnation
Summary
The council granted a 90-day extension to the executor of a property at 947 Beulah Street to secure the structure or present a plan after the city moved to condemn it under code enforcement provisions; the owner asked for more time to obtain contractors and review costs.
The Sulphur City Council voted to extend by 90 days a hearing to show cause on the condition of a property at 947 Beulah Street after the executor of the estate asked for additional time to arrange repairs or demolition.
What happened: Gerald Simeon, who identified himself as executor, told the council he had recently been notified and was trying to coordinate with family members and contractors. City staff explained the condemnation process: if a property is condemned, the owner typically has 30 days to secure the premises, obtain permits or begin demolition; councilmembers said they had previously granted extensions in like cases when property owners demonstrated progress. The council moved to extend the rule to show cause for 90 days so the executor can pursue repairs or demolition and provide updates to staff.
Why it matters: Condemnation proceedings can lead to forced demolition and liens when owners do not act; extending the deadline gives the executor time to present a plan and obtain contractors but preserves the city's authority to act if remediation does not occur.
Next steps: The executor was asked to provide contact information and meet with city inspector Shelly Abrams to outline the remediation plan and to report progress when the item returns to council at the scheduled meeting in roughly 90 days.
Ending: The council made clear it expects progress and documentation during the extension period; if owners fail to act, the city may proceed under its code enforcement procedures.
