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Maplewood council orders abatement at 1765 Howard St. N, gives owner 45 days to comply
Summary
After years of stop‑start remediation, the council approved a resolution ordering abatement of hazardous-building and public-nuisance conditions at 1765 Howard Street North; staff said a comprehensive rehab permit may be issued but sought the abatement resolution as a fallback if the owner fails to comply in 45 days.
City planner Ms. Parr told the council May 12 that the property at 1765 Howard Street North has a long history of code problems dating back to around 2017, including unpermitted additions, a two‑story accessory structure without safe access, extensive interior damage with black mold, missing plumbing and unsafe electrical conditions. Staff presented photos and noted multiple unsuccessful compliance efforts.
Ms. Parr said staff expect a comprehensive rehab permit to be submitted (and possibly issued) the following day, but because the property has repeatedly regressed the city requested authority to proceed with abatement if the owner does not complete required work within 45 days. The abatement resolution authorizes the city to pursue demolition and a special assessment against the property if compliance does not occur.
Council members expressed appreciation for staff’s persistent enforcement and the work of code enforcement and building officials. Councilmember Juneman moved to approve the resolution ordering abatement of hazardous conditions; Councilmember Cave seconded and the motion carried on a voice vote.
The resolution gives the property owner 45 days to come into compliance under a comprehensive permit; if the owner fails to do so, the city may seek judicial authorization to abate conditions and assess costs to the property.
