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Council reviews draft property maintenance code changes to address unsightly buildings; staff to draft ordinance

2138989 · January 21, 2025
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Summary

Derek Tokos, Newport’s community development director, presented proposed additions to the city’s nuisance code intended to incorporate components of the International Property Maintenance Code so community service officers have clearer standards to address unsightly buildings.

Derek Tokos, Newport’s community development director, presented a package of proposed changes to the city’s nuisance code intended to incorporate components of the International Property Maintenance Code so community service officers (CSOs) have clearer standards to address unsightly buildings and property conditions.

Tokos emphasized the proposal targets “unsightly” conditions rather than dangerous buildings, which remain under the building official’s authority. He told councilors the draft clarifies definitions (for example, replacing the vague…

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