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Jurupa Valley approves demolition contract for former restaurant at 6631 Clay Street
Summary
The council approved a contract not-to-exceed $89,000 with Unlimited Environmental Inc. to abate and demolish a dilapidated, fire-damaged building at 6631 Clay Street; staff said costs will be recovered via a lien and the city will obtain an abatement warrant from Riverside County Superior Court.
The Jurupa Valley City Council voted 4-0 on March 6 to authorize a contract with Unlimited Environmental Inc. for the abatement and demolition of a blighted building at 6631 Clay Street.
Staff presenter Mike Perez said the one-acre site formerly housed a Sizzler restaurant and has suffered vehicle damage, two fires and years of vandalism, trash and illegal occupancy. The building was red-tagged for health and safety after incidents in 2021 and again following a March 2024 fire, Perez said. Legal proceedings previously resulted in a third-party hearing officer declaring the structure a public nuisance.
The recommended contract covers asbestos removal and demolition for a not-to-exceed amount of $89,000, to be advanced from the general fund. Perez said the city will place a lien on the property to recover costs and will seek an abatement warrant from Riverside County Superior Court; staff estimated 30 to 60 days to obtain the warrant. City Attorney Peter (last name not specified in transcript) said liens will accrue interest at 7% from the date of recording and explained the city could pursue collections or foreclosure remedies if the owner does not reimburse costs.
Councilmembers who spoke on the item said residents had repeatedly raised concerns about the property's condition and supported prompt action. Councilmember Willie Silva moved for approval and the council voted 4-0.
Staff said demolition payment would be made on project completion and that liens and unpaid administrative citations would be pursued; staff noted there is no guaranteed timeline for full cost recovery if the owner does not refinance or sell the property.
