VII. - DEMOLITION-BY-NEGLECT

Although the property maintenance code should prevent this situation from occurring in the future, there may be some properties to which this section could apply.

A.

Definition. Demolition-by-neglect is the absence of maintenance of any structure that results in the deterioration and threatens the preservation of the structure.

B.

Purpose. The demolition-by-neglect procedure serves as a mechanism that allows the city staff and the historic preservation advisory board to work with property owners to encourage maintenance and stabilization of the structure and identify possible resources available before any enforcement is taken.

C.

Request for investigation. Any interested party may request that the historic preservation officer or appropriate city investigate whether a property is being "demolished-by-neglect."

D.

Certification and notice. Following the investigation, a report will be made detailing the issues and a determination made whether to follow steps required to secure a "certificate of appropriateness" or to follow the procedure under the property maintenance code.