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Board sets status dates, warns of bond forfeiture for repeat code violators
Summary
Hammond’s Board set status hearings for July 30, 2026, and warned that contractors who fail to complete final inspections risk forfeiture of a $10,000 performance bond; two properties (including 4934 Ash and 6826–28 Kennedy Ave) were central to the enforcement discussion.
The Hammond City Board of Public Works and Safety set status hearings for code enforcement matters and warned contractors and property owners that continued failure to meet inspection requirements could result in forfeiture of posted performance bonds.
At 4934 Ash, staff reported no progress in scheduling or passing final electrical and plumbing inspections. Walter Jackson told the board he had walked the property and said, “I talked to him today, and he said he was gonna call today.” Board members stressed contractors must schedule city inspections and agreed to set the matter for status on July 30 with an order to appear. A committee member explained that the board requires a $10,000 performance bond or cash bond prior to work; failure to comply with the rehab agreement could lead the board to forfeit that bond and use funds to complete remediation.
On 6826–28 Kennedy Avenue, staff said the electrical inspection failed June 23, plumbing inspections later failed, and the rehab agreement had expired July 1, 2025. The board agreed to give the contractor one more week, set the status for July 30 with an order to appear, and discussed enforcement options including bond forfeiture and potential demolition if the contractor continues not to comply.
Board members repeatedly urged contractors and owners to contact city inspection staff and complete outstanding inspections so properties can be removed from repair/demolish lists.
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