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Council withdraws purchase offer for 122 Rose after structural engineer raises major concerns
Summary
A structural-engineer inspection identified significant roof, foundation and bracing issues at 122 Rose Avenue; after reviewing the report and debating appraisal and repair unknowns, the council voted to withdraw its purchase agreement.
Council reviewed a structural-engineer's report on 122 Rose Avenue that raised multiple concerns about the building's roof, foundation and internal bracing. The city's structural reviewer advised that a more detailed two-day inspection would be needed to fully quantify damage and repair scope.
Council members expressed concern about unknown remediation costs and whether the city should obtain an appraisal before proceeding. One council member argued an appraisal was prudent to assess the city's financial exposure; another said the structural report justified withdrawing from the purchase. On a motion "based on the engineering report," the council voted to withdraw the purchase agreement.
Staff said that withdrawal is permitted under the purchase terms pending further inspection, and directed to notify the seller and document the decision. The council also authorized staff to monitor bonding and budget implications related to prior agenda items separate from the property decision.
