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Joplin Board of Appeals Meeting - April 28, 2023: Progress Reports and Demolition Orders

Boards & Commissions — Friday, April 28, 2023
BodyJoplin, Missouri
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DateFriday, April 28, 2023
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0:01

We'll call the April Board of Appeals meeting to order.

0:04

First order of business is roll call.

0:06

Mr.

0:06

Brown.

0:07

Present.

0:07

Mr.

0:07

Windsor.

0:08

Present.

0:08

Mr.

0:09

Wagner, here.

0:10

Mr.

0:10

Duncan?

0:10

Here.

0:11

Mr.

0:11

Tucker?

0:12

Here.

0:13

Do we have a consent to approve the previous meeting's minutes?

0:19

We'll make a motion.

0:20

Second.

0:22

There was a motion by Mr.

0:23

Windsor, saying by Mr.

0:24

Wagner that the minutes be approved.

0:26

All those in favor say aye.

0:27

Aye.

0:27

Those opposed.

0:28

Motion carries.

0:30

If you could just come up to the podium, tell us your name and address and the property you're here to speak about, please.

0:35

Morning.

0:36

Good morning.

0:37

Annabelle Lopez.

0:39

Property 301 South Windfield.

0:46

Can you tell us what kind of progress you've made?

0:49

Um, we uh taking the roof off.

0:52

It was five layers on the roof.

0:55

So the tree that fall down on the house damage some of the framing.

1:02

So we already clear everything in the inside, and we had to replace the framing.

1:08

We already have all the material, and we're working on that.

1:11

So right now, next time roof will be 100% done.

1:17

And then uh after the roofs on, what kind of schedule do you have to uh finish the rest of it?

1:21

Um we're gonna do the windows right now.

1:24

Everything in the inside it's clear, so we want to make sure that the studs and everything it's good.

1:31

So whatever it's damaged is needs to be replaced before we go and do the roof.

1:36

So the next one will be the windows.

1:38

Once we've done with the windows and the roof, then I'll come back and get a permit to get the water and the electrical.

1:47

And you have a permit for the roof?

1:49

Um, yeah.

1:50

Okay.

1:53

The roof and the windows.

1:56

Um part pardon me.

1:57

The roof and the windows.

1:58

Oh, okay.

1:58

Thank you.

1:59

Yes, yeah.

2:02

See any other questions or comments?

2:05

Do we have a motion?

2:07

Mr.

2:07

Chairman, I make a motion.

2:08

Item 3002 located at 301 South Windfield Avenue be continued to our uh May meeting 26.

2:18

May 26th meeting.

2:20

Second.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Property Maintenance█████████████████████████████████████████████49%
Vacant Building Management███████████12%
Public Safety██████████11%
Procedural████████9%
Real Estate Transactions█████5%
Finance████4%
Property Disputes███3%
Community Engagement███3%
Historic Preservation██2%
Summary of Proceedings

Joplin Board of Appeals Meeting - April 28, 2023

The Joplin Building Board of Appeals met on April 28, 2023 at 3:15 PM to review progress on multiple properties under dangerous building proceedings. The board heard reports from property owners, continued most items to the next meeting, ordered one demolition, and released two properties due to completion. The meeting included a dangerous building hearing for 2715 South Pennsylvania Avenue following neighbor testimony about safety issues.

Consent Calendar

  • The board approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously by voice vote.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • John Seminar, neighbor of 2715 South Pennsylvania Avenue, reported ongoing problems with vagrants, drug activity, and unsafe conditions at the property. He urged swift action.
  • Angel Laharness, another neighbor, described similar concerns including syringes in yards and homeless encampments. She identified Bradley Morris as the owner and alleged drug dealing at the property.

Discussion Items

  • 301 South Windfield Avenue – Annabelle Lopez reported progress: removal of five roof layers, replacement of damaged framing, and plans for windows and roof permit. Continued to May 26.
  • 302 and 306.5 South Connor Avenue – Levi Bab (Blue Shutter Investments) reported that fire suppression bids were accepted, siding/window work scheduled, and exterior work expected within 2-3 weeks. Continued to May 26.
  • 117-121 South Byers Avenue – Tyler Casey reported fire suppression bids accepted, asbestos siding removed, and exterior work (roof, siding, windows) planned within 1-2 weeks. Target completion end of year. Continued to May 26.
  • 801-805 West First Street – Sean Grindle reported roof halfway framed, fire damage cleared. Requested 60-day extension. Board granted continuation to June 23.
  • 1116 South Jackson Avenue – Patrick Stone (Stone Companies) reported under contract 3.5 weeks ago, four dumpsters removed, brush cleaned, target complete renovation in 12 weeks. Continued to May 26.
  • 326 North Walnut Avenue – Pam Sims (for owner Ginger L attack) reported property under contract to buyers who plan to demolish and build single-family home. Closing delayed to May 10. Board continued to May 26, warning of demolition hearing if buyers do not appear.
  • 911 West B Street – Philip Fanson reported little progress; porch roof reconstruction done but no inspection. Door open. Board continued to May 26 with concerns.
  • 630 South Porter Avenue – Tom Fame reported final inspection failed on minor issues; fixes pending. Board released the property from the agenda due to completion.
  • 129 Patterson Avenue – Carlin Smith reported permits pulled, exterior done, plumbing roughed in. Continued to May 26.
  • 430 North Byers Avenue – Joshua LaPoris (JBL Capital) acquired property the day before, plans demolition within 30 days. Continued to May 26.
  • 508 North Cox Avenue – David Latham (grandson of owner Josephine) asked for time to secure building and begin repairs. Continued to May 26.
  • 822 South Byers Avenue – Owner reported substantial progress tearing down first floor, hauled 15-20 tons of debris, knee replacement slowed work. Potential buyer interested. Continued to May 26.
  • 217 North Prairie Avenue – Donna Bray reported yard work and waiting for certificate of existence release (since obtained). Board expressed dissatisfaction with progress; warned of demolition hearing unless significant progress or financing shown in 30 days. Continued to May 26.
  • 2611, 2617, 2621 South Pearl Avenue – David Papin and Dennis Farrell reported financing approvals obtained April 19, but architect on vacation; need one-month extension to pull permits and close. Board continued to May 26.
  • 832 South Pennsylvania Avenue – Edwin Henry Toy reported demo nearly complete; property bought by girlfriend, plans to keep garage as accessory to adjacent lot. Continued to May 26.
  • 1010 East 20th Street – Alan Burt (Charles Burt Real Estate) reported vandalism broke windows; replacement ordered but delayed. Long-term plans to finish interior. Continued to May 26.
  • 2715 South Pennsylvania Avenue – Dangerous building hearing held. City presented evidence (photos, ownership, notification). Board declared property dangerous under code sections and ordered demolition. Vote: unanimous.
  • 3615 South Rangeline – Continued to May 26.
  • 2408 Willard Avenue – Owner (Misty Gamble) not responding; property nearly complete but permit expired. Board continued to May 26 with warning that demolition hearing may be set if no contact.
  • 130 South Moffitt – Owner (Wendy) not heard from; no permit for main structure. Continued to May 26.
  • 1309 South Jackson – Demolition complete. Released from agenda.
  • 310 North Main (and 304) – Demolition permits paid and pulled (asbestos inspection done). Released from agenda.
  • 109 South Forest – New item. Continued to May 26.
  • 912 South Sergeant – New item. Owner from California; potential buyer Ira Jones. Board continued to May 26.

Key Outcomes

  • Demolition ordered: 2715 South Pennsylvania Avenue (item 3023) – declared dangerous under code sections 26-612(6,13,18), to be demolished including outbuildings. Vote: unanimous.
  • Properties released (completed): 630 South Porter Avenue (item 3004) and 1309 South Jackson (item 3020) released due to completion. 310 North Main area (item 3025) released due to demolition permit in place.
  • Continuations: The majority of properties were continued to the May 26, 2023 meeting for progress reports and potential demolition hearings. Exception: 801-805 West First Street continued to June 23 (60-day extension).
  • Next meeting: Scheduled for May 26, 2023 at 3:15 PM.

Meeting Transcript

We'll call the April Board of Appeals meeting to order. First order of business is roll call. Mr. Brown. Present. Mr. Windsor. Present. Mr. Wagner, here. Mr. Duncan? Here. Mr. Tucker? Here. Do we have a consent to approve the previous meeting's minutes? We'll make a motion. Second. There was a motion by Mr. Windsor, saying by Mr. Wagner that the minutes be approved. All those in favor say aye. Aye. Those opposed. Motion carries. If you could just come up to the podium, tell us your name and address and the property you're here to speak about, please. Morning. Good morning. Annabelle Lopez. Property 301 South Windfield. Can you tell us what kind of progress you've made? Um, we uh taking the roof off. It was five layers on the roof. So the tree that fall down on the house damage some of the framing. So we already clear everything in the inside, and we had to replace the framing. We already have all the material, and we're working on that. So right now, next time roof will be 100% done. And then uh after the roofs on, what kind of schedule do you have to uh finish the rest of it? Um we're gonna do the windows right now. Everything in the inside it's clear, so we want to make sure that the studs and everything it's good. So whatever it's damaged is needs to be replaced before we go and do the roof. So the next one will be the windows. Once we've done with the windows and the roof, then I'll come back and get a permit to get the water and the electrical. And you have a permit for the roof? Um, yeah. Okay. The roof and the windows. Um part pardon me. The roof and the windows.

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