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Residents seek help with condemned properties; administration directs them to solid-waste and permitting staff
Summary
Multiple residents asked the council for guidance after being told structures on family properties were condemned or could not receive permits; Parish President Adam Mayo directed them to Sam Shanklin (solid waste) and Tony Burrows (Permits) for immediate assistance and said the administration will work with property owners who act to resolve issues.
Several residents asked the council for help navigating condemnation and permitting rules for family properties. Sharon Burrell said she is seeking assistance to rehab a damaged property at 158 North Service Road in Raceland; Dwight Burrell said three structures on that parcel include one damaged unit and two others flagged for demolition and said contractors were unable to secure permits because the property is held "in care of" him.
Parish President Adam Mayo responded that those needing help should contact Sam Shanklin in the Solid Waste Department, which oversees nuisance and abatement, and that Tony Burrows in Permits could also provide step-by-step assistance. Mayo told the speakers, "If you're going through a succession and you can demonstrate to us that you're doing that and you make some changes on the property itself, we're gonna work with you and not just go and demolish a property. We're gonna give you the time to do that." The administration offered to provide contact information and a sidebar with staff after the meeting.
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