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Neighbors press Pitman to address alleged hazards at 328 Lake Ave; solicitor outlines legal limits
Summary
Neighbors complained about a dead tree, falling limbs and alleged trash and infestations at 328 Lake Ave; Solicitor Wright said the borough may abate and lien a property only when it poses a health or safety risk, otherwise courts typically continue to enforce fines.
During the public portion, Nancy Bea of 332 Lake Ave read a statement raising concerns about property maintenance at 328 Lake Ave, alleging limbs from a dead tree have fallen and citing what she characterized as trash and animal/insect infestation that pose health hazards to nearby residents. Neighbor Edward Bea said he was worried about limbs partially falling onto his property.
Mayor Razze asked Solicitor Wright at what point the Borough could go onto the property and abate the situation and place a lien on the homeowner. Solicitor Wright said the municipality can act and lien a property when it poses a health or safety risk, but that if the issue does not present a health or safety hazard courts often continue to impose fines rather than allowing municipal abatement. He emphasized coordination across overlapping jurisdictions when addressing code-enforcement problems. No immediate abatement or vote occurred during the session.
