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Mount Clemens approves acquisition of tax-foreclosed home for demolition potential
Summary
The commission authorized the city to acquire 163 Court Street from the Macomb County Treasurer for approximately $7,006.62; staff said the long-vacant, dilapidated building could be demolished and that demolition might be paid for with Community Development Block Grant funds if the city acquires the property and applies.
The Mount Clemens City Commission voted to authorize the city’s acquisition of 163 Court Street from the Macomb County Treasurer for roughly $7,006.62, with the property described by staff as a long-term vacant and dilapidated residential structure that is a candidate for demolition.
City staff told commissioners the property is on the 2022 tax-foreclosure list and that demolition is a likely next step; staff estimated demolition could cost about $10,000 and said the city could potentially fund demolition with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds if the city first obtains title and applies for the grant. Shipman said the timing for CDBG-funded demolition could be about a year, contingent on applying and receiving those funds.
Commissioners asked about property-tax designations and whether the site is in a renaissance or enterprise zone; staff said there is no current tax impact from such zones. The commission approved the request by roll call.
Staff said the city will assess the property once it gains access to determine whether to fund demolition directly or pursue CDBG funds; a final course of action will depend on the assessment and funding availability.
