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Eureka council introduces vacant‑building ordinance, tables item after questions over scope and enforcement
Summary
The council reviewed a proposed Vacant Building Ordinance (Bill 1038‑CS). Staff presented the draft but council members raised concerns about vague standards, multi‑unit definitions and fees; after public comment the council voted 3‑0 to table the ordinance to allow staff to address issues and include absent members in deliberations.
The Eureka City Council introduced a proposed Vacant Building Ordinance (Bill 1038‑CS) on Aug. 6 and then voted to table the measure to the next meeting for further review.
City Attorney Luna described the ordinance as a staff‑developed, seven‑page tool reviewed by public safety, public works and the economic development commission. Luna said the ordinance is intended to give code‑enforcement staff a mechanism to address buildings vacant for extended periods while preserving due‑process protections.
Council members questioned…
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