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Henderson council authorizes demolition of two derelict properties after neighbor complaints
Summary
Citing long-running code issues and structural deterioration, council authorized demolition of the unfinished structure at 224 Red Bud Circle and ordered demolition of the unsafe structure at 327 West Rockspring Street, instructing staff to place liens where appropriate.
The Henderson City Council on March 9 authorized the removal of two properties it says fail to meet the city's Abandoned Structures Code.
Development Services Director Corey Williams told council that Code Compliance staff had worked on 224 Red Bud Circle since May 2018 and that the structure—started by an earlier owner and later left incomplete—has had no work for nine to 12 months. Neighbor Cindy Jessie spoke during the public-comment period saying the property is an eyesore, depresses nearby property values and poses safety concerns. Williams recommended demolition, removal of debris and placement of a lien on the property; the council approved Ordinance 20-14.
Manager Edward T. Blackmon and Mr. Williams also described severe deterioration at 327 West Rockspring Street, including failing stone piers, rotted wood, separation of the floor system from walls, and the need for rewiring and new plumbing to meet code. Although property owners were present, council did not question them and authorized demolition under Ordinance 20-13.
Council Member Garry D. Daeke asked about timing and budget for demolition work; Williams said three demolitions already scheduled plus lawn mowing would exhaust the FY20 demolition budget and that additional work would fall in early FY21. The council approved both demolitions by unanimous vote among members present.
