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Council grants 30‑day extension on dangerous‑building order at 78 Rose Avenue
Summary
Council agreed to a 30‑day extension for repairs or demolition at 78 Rose Avenue after the owner said he planned to apply for permits with Johnson County; staff will monitor for permit submission and visible progress.
Swisher City Council discussed the dangerous‑building order for 78 Rose Avenue and agreed to grant a 30‑day extension to allow the property owner to obtain permits and begin repairs or demolition.
Staff reported the owner had indicated an intent to apply to Johnson County for a demolition or repair permit but county records did not yet show an application. Council members expressed concern that the timeline is tight (the original 90‑day deadline was approaching) but agreed that a minimum 30‑day extension would give the owner a reasonable chance to proceed. A council motion to extend the compliance deadline by 30 days carried.
Staff said Johnson County forwards permit applications the same day they are received, and that staff will watch for that notification as evidence of a proactive effort. Council noted that progress—either a filed permit or visible contractor work—would inform any further extensions or enforcement.
Next steps: staff will monitor Johnson County permitting records and report progress; if no permit or progress is evident, council may revisit enforcement options.
