06 - MINUTES OF VARIOUS BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES

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Ben Vaughan asked how long he needs to secure property. Owner said 1 -2 weeks, once he can get the tenants out. Sally McEwan asked Robert Talley if it's safe for owner to try and secure building. Robert — yes, outside, but not inside. Porch has since been taken down by tenants. Neighbor witnessed. Shed not included in demo order. Minor exterior damage. Robert Talley made sure owner understands if property sells, no guarantee demo order will be rescinded. Chad Lindsey asked Stephanie Harris if commission can issue eviction order. Stephanie said commission does not have authority to issue eviction order. But recommended owner seek a forcible entry detainer. Robert Talley's recommendation: Demolition within 30 days. Motion was made by Johnny Norris to give owner 10 days to secure, and 60 days to demo or sell, and seconded by Sally McEwan. Motion carried unanimously. 7 -0 A. 2810 NE Loop 286; City Block 259, Lot 29 Owner: 286 Edge Inc /Gene's Flea Market, Randy Rader, 2565 Clark Ln, Paris, TX 75460 Back taxes owed: $0 (current) Robert Talley stated wind storm blew off portion of roof on main building. Robert Talley, Clyde Crews, Larry Wright, Nicki Brown, Deneen Whitaker, and Robert Smith inspected all buildings on property. Auction building is structurally sound. Back building has large portions of room missing. Illegal rafter structure inside; too many extension cords; running heaters from propane bottles. 24" of breaker box clearance; 36" is required. Electrical service pulled away from building outside. Double lugging utility service. Building starting to collapse in several areas. Required they get a demo permit to remove rest of roof. Owners asked for building permit. That was denied due to interior conditions. Ken Kohls asked if owners (Randy Rader's children) are of age and able to make legal decisions. Yes. On map given to commission members, buildings 3, 4, and a portion of 1 are recommended for demo.