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Kings Mountain council gives 60 days to owner of dilapidated 109 Waco Road before demolition
Summary
After inspection found the house at 109 Waco Road unfit for habitation and more than 180 police calls in 2025, council granted the owners 60 days to obtain permits and begin repairs; the ordinance authorizes demolition if repairs are not completed within that period.
Council adopted Ordinance 26-09 on Feb. 10 authorizing demolition of a dilapidated dwelling at 109 Waco Road if the owner fails to comply with the Minimum Housing Code within a 60‑day extension.
Clint Houser, director of inspections and codes, told council that the property’s interior and exterior conditions make it unfit for human habitation; utilities were disconnected and the house was vacated in December. Houser said earlier repair deadlines were not met, a December permit application was denied because state law requires licensed general contractors for the scope of work, and staff noted the property had more than 180 police calls in 2025 alone.
Property owners Johnnie Mixon Sr. and Johnnie Mixon Jr. addressed council and asked for an additional 90 days to repair. Councilmember Jimmy West moved to grant a 60‑day extension allowing the owners time to obtain permits and start repairs; West clarified the motion: “in 60 days, if these repairs have not been completed, then the demolition can move forward.” Councilmember Tyler Fletcher seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
The ordinance gives the Code Enforcement Officer authority to proceed with demolition if the owner does not come into compliance within the 60‑day period. Council took no amendment to change the length of the extension; the minutes record the owners’ request for 90 days and the council’s decision to grant 60.
