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Gulf Shores awards contract to demolish unsafe structure at 1420 West Lagoon Ave.
Summary
Council authorized Samons Enterprises to demolish the unsafe building at 1420 West Lagoon Ave. for up to $16,000 and directed staff to invoice the owner; the property was declared unsafe in October 2024 and prior contractor failed to secure permits.
The council voted to authorize a contract with Samons Enterprises, LLC not to exceed $16,000 to demolish the unsafe structure at 1420 West Lagoon Ave. (Resolution No. 7146-26). The resolution recounts that the property was declared unsafe in October 2024, the owner failed to comply with repair or demolition notices, and an earlier awarded contractor had not yet obtained required permits. The resolution directs the city to invoice the property owner for demolition costs and to place liens on the property if payment is not received within the allotted timeframe.
Councilman Philip Harris moved the resolution, noting the public safety hazard of leaving the structure in place; Councilman Jason Dyken seconded and the council approved the resolution unanimously. The work will proceed under the terms of the contract and staff will pursue cost recovery from the property owner as described in the resolution.
