During our last town board meeting I put forward the following resolution: Councilor LaFlair moved to authorize Code Enforcement to proceed with property clean up at 105 Thomas Avenue, TM#: 013.-05-10.0, in accordance with Chapter 74-Brush, Grass, Rubbish, and Weeds. Councilor Salanger seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved.
Unfortunately the process for cleaning up abandon properties is a lenghty one but it can be easier if we stay on top of them. At the same time that this was passed I contacted codes to put a call to the bank holding the lien. They have agreed to monitor the property and ensure the grass is kept up and the trailer out front that is filled with trash is empty. Since aesthetics are subjective the only recourse is through Health and Safety violations. This can only be done if the grass grows above 10″ in height. Please contact our codes department at 487-8930 if this is an issue at vacant properties.