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Council to schedule public hearing after board finds 4901 Valley View Drive dangerous

La Porte City Council · July 13, 2026
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Summary

Staff reported the Dangerous Building Inspections Board determined 4901 Valley View Drive is a dangerous building with structural deterioration; council directed staff to notify the owner and set a public hearing to consider condemnation or remedial action.

Staff presented the Dangerous Building Inspections Board—s inspection results for the vacant property at 4901 Valley View Drive, showing structural damage including a leaning garage, cracked bricks pointing to foundation settling, missing soffits, holes in the roof and other evidence of water intrusion and decay. Staff said the board found the structure dangerous and recommended council set a public hearing to notify the owner and return with a hearing ordinance for potential condemnation or remedial action.

Council moved to instruct staff to notify the owner and schedule the required public hearing; the motion passed. Staff noted the property currently has an active water account, no outstanding taxes or liens, and is in District 4.