Council hears code-enforcement letter example; staff to research property status

Jan 12, 2026

Donnie Spradlin presented a sample code violation letter and told council staff will research whether the referenced property is open, abandoned, closed, or de‑annexed before further enforcement steps.

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Donnie Spradlin presented the council with an example of a code violation letter and walked through its contents. The council directed staff to research the legal status of a referenced property — including whether it lies within city limits, has been abandoned, or been de‑annexed — before pursuing enforcement action.

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