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REQUEST FOR ACTION To Item Number Ci Council 5.5. Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by Communi Develo ment une 15, 2009 erem Barnhart, Plannin Mana er Item Description Reviewed by Request by George Larson for Extension on Code Enforcement Issues Relating to the Bowling Alley at 13161 Hwy 10 Reviewed by Action Requested The property owner requests an extension of one year for completion of the work (remove and replace the tarps with painted plywood, seal the roof openings, and seal the building from intrusion). Staff recommends an extension of two months to complete the work. In the future, if the work has not been completed, the Council could consider a formal abatement process and assess the fees on Mr. Carson's property taxes. Background/Discussion The City has identified the condition of the former bowling alley owned by Mr. George Larson as one being a nuisance as defined by the City Code. The City initially notified Mr. Larson of the violations on September 15, 2008. After snow collapsed a portion of the bowling alley in the winter of 2006, tarps were placed as protection from the exterior elements. These tarps have been destroyed by the elements in the years since their installation. Also, the grounds have not been mowed forcing the City to abate the grass growth in 2008. Lastly, a site inspection on May 8, 2009, with the property owner, City's Code Enforcement Official Dave Hetrick, and the Interim Fire Chief Cliff Anderson found that the building has been vandalized, including what appears to be individuals entering the building. This inspection was in response to code enforcement action taken by the City in a letter dated March 17, 2009. Originally, staff required work to be completed by Apri19, 2009; this was postponed allowing for Mr. Larson to return to town. After the meeting on May 8, correspondence was sent on May 27 requiring the issues to be resolved by June 28, 2009. On May 29, the Planning Manager met with Mr. Larson, explaining the gravity of the concerns and outlining options. Mr. Larson has expressed his reluctance to put more money in a building he is trying to sell. Mr. Larson has elected to request an extension of one year, allowing him to complete the sale of his property (currently scheduled for auction on July 21, 2009) and the new property owner to complete the work requested by the City or remove the building. Mr. Carson's letter of request is attached. Staff has some concern with a year extension. The building, currently exposed to weather, will only deteriorate further over time. There is no guarantee that the sale will conclude in July. Additionally, the S:\PLANNING MAIN\Code Enforcement\Action Requested Bowling Alley extension.doc