Summary
A new online dashboard tracks the City's derelict building enforcement: 106 cases since 2024, about $2.6 million in increased assessed value, and roughly $483,778 billed in demolition costs and penalties. Council suggested filters, visual markers, and value-trend stats to make it more useful.
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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Program properties show roughly $2.6 million in increased assessed value; about $483,778 billed in recovery and penalties with only $61,244 paid to date.
Neighbors of derelict properties and prospective buyers of redeveloped buildings.
Owners of derelict properties face liens, penalties, and potential demolition.
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City Council - Jun 23, 2026
A new online dashboard tracks the City's derelict building enforcement: 106 cases since 2024, about $2.6 million in increased assessed value, and roughly $483,778 billed in demolition costs and penalties. Council suggested filters, visual markers, and value-trend stats to make it more useful.
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