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Selectboard debates next steps for tax-deeded Lot J-54 after three-year ownership limit identified
Summary
The Selectboard reviewed RSA restrictions on tax-deeded property and discussed selling Lot J-54 after learning owners' rights end three years post-tax-deed; board considered tabling the sale to allow former owners an opportunity to repurchase and will review RSA and selling options.
The Selectboard discussed the potential sale of tax-deeded Lot J-54 on April 28 after staff reviewed RSA requirements affecting owner rights. Members said they initially believed the town was owed about $82,000 for back taxes, penalties and interest, but later discovered the statutory three-year limit on owner rights affects how proceeds must be handled.
Paul reported that Jerry Farwell contacted him regarding the former owners and requested the board table the sale so they could pursue options to repurchase. Selectboard members debated whether tabling the sale would serve the town's interests, noted the notice requirements for selling deeded property, and discussed possible sale methods including a live auction.
The board directed staff to review the RSA in detail and develop options for disposition of the lot for a future meeting; no sale was authorized April 28.
