Magistrate authorizes city abatement and lien filings for two chronic‑nuisance properties

The special magistrate upheld the city’s chronic‑nuisance determinations for two properties and authorized the city to abate hazards and recover costs.

For 5411 Pali Way the city presented photos showing collapsed pool framing, broken windows, pooled debris and other unsafe conditions. A contractor estimate of roughly $19,238 was entered for boarding the structure, clearing debris and securing the pool. No owner representative appeared in court. The magistrate found a pattern of nuisance activity under the city code, authorized chronic‑nuisance services under section 46‑146, and retained jurisdiction for one year so the city may record final costs as a lien after abatement.

For the property at 205 5th Avenue the city submitted evidence of a total roof collapse and structural failure; the contractor estimate provided was approximately $33,838 plus an additional estimate of about $1,400 for asbestos testing, for a total near $35,500. The magistrate similarly upheld the chronic‑nuisance finding and authorized demolition or abatement work necessary for safety and environmental reasons, directing the city to provide final invoicing so the magistrate may impose the specific costs and certify the recorded lien.

The magistrate instructed the city to serve a courtesy notice to owners before entering the properties and said written orders would be issued. Both matters will return for administrative follow‑up when abatement costs are finalized.