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How to request vacating a public alley in Lock Haven: council outlines process
Summary
A resident asked whether one property owner can ask the city to vacate an alley without the other owner present; staff told council the city — not private parties — vacates public alleys, the request must be advertised in the newspaper with a public hearing and the county assessor is notified to address deed/assessment implications.
Lock Haven — During public comment on Nov. 13, resident James Timaney asked whether two neighbors can have a city alley vacated if only one attends a city meeting and claims the other agrees.
City staff answered that the only party that can vacate a public alley is the city and that private agreements between property owners do not substitute for the city’s process. Staff said the city…
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