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Cumberland City grants 15-day extension to replace mobile home; discusses redevelopment for 118 Main Street
Summary
Paula Lynn requested and the board approved a 15-day extension to replace a mobile home at a Busy Bee Market property because of winter weather. The board also discussed code violations and redevelopment options for 118 Main Street, including demolition, seeding and mixed-use proposals.
Paula Lynn asked Cumberland City officials for an extra 15 days to replace a mobile home on property owned by her father, James McGee, citing rain, snow and freezing temperatures that make the season unpredictable. "I was going to ask for an additional 15 days to complete the project because of weather this time of year," Paula Lynn said. The board voted to approve the 15-day extension by voice vote.
City staff told Lynn the project will require a building permit for placement of the new unit and advised contacting the permitting official a day or two before work begins so staff can inspect prior to concrete and site work. David Kimball was identified in the meeting as a staff contact for questions about utilities and permits.
The board moved next to a separate property issue at 118 Main Street, which staff said is currently out of code compliance. Officials said they sent a letter last month asking the owner to meet with the city to discuss what corrective work is needed. Staff and residents discussed several options, including demolition and reseeding the lot to prevent runoff, converting the parcel for commercial use with small upstairs apartments, and ensuring adequate parking and flood-line grading.
On the zoning path forward, staff advised that changing a parcel from residential/agricultural back to commercial or creating a split zone would require going through the zoning review process and may require a survey. Board members suggested the property owner could also elect to pay the commercial utility rate for the whole parcel as a practical alternative while pursuing a formal rezoning.
The board asked the property owner to remain in contact with staff, gather estimates, and work through zoning or survey requirements before the city takes additional enforcement steps. The council said it will follow up with the owner and planning staff to clarify options and timelines.
The meeting closed the property items with staff committing to stay in touch and to advise the owner on required steps for permits and possible rezoning.
