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Council flags uptick in abandoned homes; 336 N Main cited as example
Summary
Council members raised concerns about increasing numbers of abandoned and foreclosed properties, citing 336 N Main St with visible structural damage; a permit for that property was said to be expiring next week and a letter has been sent.
Mark Holloway told council members about an increase in abandoned and foreclosed houses in the borough, identifying 336 N Main St "as a prime example as they still have a hole in the rear of the building." Erick Sowers added that the permit for that property "is set to expire next week and there has been a letter sent," indicating enforcement action is underway or pending.
Councilors also noted problems including broken sewer pipes and frozen pipes at other properties and discussed ongoing communication between municipal staff and property owners. The minutes record the concern and the fact of a permit and letter but do not record a formal enforcement outcome in these minutes.
