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August Board of Appeals Meeting - August 23, 2024

Boards & Commissions — Friday, August 23, 2024
BodyJoplin, Missouri
SessionBoards & Commissions
DateFriday, August 23, 2024
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0:00

Thank you.

0:00

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

0:03

All those uh uh present will have a roll call.

0:07

Mr.

0:07

Brown present Mr.

0:09

Windsor here, Mr.

0:10

Wagner here, Mr.

0:11

Duncan here, Mr.

0:12

Wickland.

0:14

Have we heard from Michael?

0:17

I have not.

0:18

Do we have a uh he he told me he was not gonna be present?

0:23

I said he needed to email you guys.

0:26

Okay, because he I may have seen it and I didn't get it this morning yet.

0:29

Okay, yeah.

0:30

We have a motion to excuse Mr.

0:31

Wicklin.

0:32

So moved, second.

0:33

The motion by Mr.

0:34

Duncan, seconded by Mr.

0:36

Wagner that uh Mr.

0:37

Wicklin be excused.

0:38

All those in favor say aye.

0:40

Those opposed.

0:42

Now are we waiting on someone to do the minutes or we just record?

0:45

No, we're we're good to go.

0:47

I I would like to let the board know.

0:50

Uh Chris Tucker has resigned.

0:52

Uh we have a couple of good candidates already uh in line with the city clerk, but I wanted to take the opportunity just mention if uh we're always in need of more boards and commissions uh members and volunteers, and if uh if any of the board members or anybody uh in the seats out there, you know, if somebody that'd like to volunteer, just get with the city clerk.

1:19

So I I think we'll fill Chris's uh position pretty quick.

1:24

Uh it that's a council appointed position, so it takes a little bit of time to do that.

1:29

But all I got.

1:32

Okay, and if we end up having the hearing, you'll have to switch it.

1:36

Yeah, I've got it.

1:37

Okay, yeah.

1:38

Has everyone had a chance to review the minutes from the uh July board meeting?

1:43

Was there any uh corrections or anything need to be uh revised?

1:48

I got that for you to sign all so is there a motion to uh approve the minutes?

1:56

So moved.

1:57

Second.

1:58

There's a motion by Mr.

1:59

Wagner, seconded by Mr.

2:00

Duncan that the minutes from the July meeting be uh approved.

2:03

All those in favor of approval say aye.

2:06

Aye, those opposed, motion carries.

2:09

Okay.

2:11

I know people are signing in, but you're welcome to come on up and tell us about your property, and we can go ahead and get the meeting started.

2:18

Hi.

2:19

Hi.

2:20

Um South Winfield.

2:28

What kind of progress have you made since the last meeting?

2:31

Um put together in all the full library that we put together.

2:37

And we got um a permit to do sighting instead of stopping because we did not find the item today.

2:45

My husband didn't do that.

2:47

They settled in Texas in California, and we tried to order and home people by they said that they don't do that.

2:53

So we decided to vote in sighting, and I think that's a little bit better.

2:58

The entire structure and sighting?

3:00

The whole thing.

3:01

Okay, and has the electrical been inspected?

3:03

Well, I talked to the guy, his name is David, and I said, Do I have to call the C to ask for the ethical order to do the inspection?

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Property Maintenance███████████████████████████████31%
Vacant Building Management████████████████████20%
Building Code Enforcement██████████████████18%
Procedural███████████11%
Public Safety█████████9%
Grant Management███3%
Personnel Matters██2%
Affordable Housing██2%
Asbestos Abatement█1%
Summary of Proceedings

August Board of Appeals Meeting - August 23, 2024

The Joplin Board of Appeals met on August 23, 2024, at 3:15 PM to hear progress reports, consider continuations, and conduct one dangerous building hearing. The meeting covered over a dozen properties, with the board approving multiple continuations to the next meeting on September 27, 2024, and ordering one property demolished. A board member resignation was announced, and the meeting included testimony from a neighbor regarding a nuisance property.

Consent Calendar

  • Approved the minutes from the July 2024 meeting by a voice vote (motion by Mr. Wagner, seconded by Mr. Duncan).
  • Excused Mr. Wicklin from the meeting due to absence (motion by Mr. Duncan, seconded by Mr. Wagner).

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Several property owners provided updates on their properties, including progress on repairs, demolition plans, and challenges with contractors and financing.
  • Tanya Brock, a neighbor of 1518 South Sergeant Avenue, testified during the dangerous building hearing. She stated the property attracted homeless individuals, led to fires, rodent infestations, and diminished property values, and requested its demolition.
  • A representative from a real estate firm expressed interest in purchasing a property but noted the need for inspection.

Discussion Items

  • Property at 301 South Winfield (Item 3002): The owner reported progress on siding and obtained a permit for rough-in electrical. The board requested a timeline for completion, noting the property has been on the agenda for over 20 months. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 102 South Sergeant (Item 3087): The owner reported contracting Nelson Enterprises for demolition, expected within a month. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 1616 South Pearl (Item 3085): The owner (Thomas Holliman) from Springfield cited difficulty finding affordable contractors and had not yet obtained permits. The board noted the property was posted over a year ago and urged action. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 125 North Maple (Item 3086): The owner's representative (acting as contractor) discussed plans to rehab, but the building inspector noted extensive damage (no electrical, plumbing, HVAC). The board warned the $40,000 estimate was insufficient and the property is dangerous. Continued to September 27, 2024, with a warning of a possible demolition order.
  • Property at 2808 East 7th Street (Item 3094): The owner agreed to sign a consent form for demolition, with the city to handle the process. The city noted asbestos inspection would be required. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 801-805 West 1st Street (Item 2990): The owner provided an update on financing and state tax credit changes, with a new application expected. The board granted a 90-day continuance to October 25, 2024, due to the state timeline.
  • Property at 1919 South Byers (Item 3089): This was pulled for a hearing. The owner (Rachel Williams) described a fire in the garage, squatters, and no utilities. After discussion, the owner agreed to sign a consent form for demolition, and the property was continued to September 27, 2024, with the understanding that the garage debris must be cleared immediately.
  • Property at 512 West 20th Street (Item 3090): The owner (Jason White) reported a stop-work order due to unpermitted work and needed architectural drawings. The board advised meeting with city plan reviewers. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 310 North Joplin (Item 3093): The owner (Gary Michler) stated he would decide between demolition or rehab. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 4020 South Main (Item 3091): The representative (Brenda Sewer) reported storm damage and was awaiting contractor quotes. The city suggested a walk-through. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 512 South Cox (Item 3073): The owner reported completed rough-in inspections for plumbing and framing. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 1828 West 4th Street (Item 3084): The owner (recent purchaser) said he was working on cleaning and contracting bids. The board noted the property was close to a demolition order last meeting and warned of potential action. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 1119 South Pitcher (Item 3095): The owner signed a consent form for demolition. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 117-121 South Byers (Items 3015/3016): The owner reported 90-95% completion of framing, HVAC, plumbing, and fire suppression, with sheetrock delivery expected soon. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 1624 West 4th Street (Item 3054): The owner (Matt Smith) reported installing a heating and air system and starting plumbing, with roof work planned. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 217 South Pearl (Item 3056): No progress reported; a window was broken. The permit remains valid until November 2, 2024. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 220 North Byers (Item 3072): The owner had a two-month extension and was working on framing, but had failed inspections on stairs. Continued to September 27, 2024.
  • Property at 806 South Jefferson (Item 3092): No discussion noted; continued to September 27, 2024.

Dangerous Building Hearing

  • Property at 1518 South Sergeant Avenue (Item 3068): The city presented evidence of dangerous conditions, including no utilities since 2019, open windows, and a history of nuisance. The building permit was revoked. The board heard testimony from neighbor Tanya Brock. After the hearing, the board voted unanimously to declare the building dangerous and order its demolition, including any outbuildings.

Key Outcomes

  • Approved July 2024 meeting minutes.
  • Excused board member Mr. Wicklin.
  • Noted resignation of board member Chris Tucker; encouraged volunteer applications.
  • Continued multiple properties to the September 27, 2024 meeting for progress reports and potential demolition hearings.
  • Granted a 90-day continuance to October 25, 2024, for the property at 801-805 West 1st Street.
  • Ordered demolition of 1518 South Sergeant Avenue (Item 3068) after a dangerous building hearing.
  • Several property owners signed consent forms for demolition (1919 South Byers, 2808 East 7th Street, 1119 South Pitcher).
  • Adjourned the meeting.

Meeting Transcript

Thank you. We'll call the August Board of Appeals meeting to order. All those uh uh present will have a roll call. Mr. Brown present Mr. Windsor here, Mr. Wagner here, Mr. Duncan here, Mr. Wickland. Have we heard from Michael? I have not. Do we have a uh he he told me he was not gonna be present? I said he needed to email you guys. Okay, because he I may have seen it and I didn't get it this morning yet. Okay, yeah. We have a motion to excuse Mr. Wicklin. So moved, second. The motion by Mr. Duncan, seconded by Mr. Wagner that uh Mr. Wicklin be excused. All those in favor say aye. Those opposed. Now are we waiting on someone to do the minutes or we just record? No, we're we're good to go. I I would like to let the board know. Uh Chris Tucker has resigned. Uh we have a couple of good candidates already uh in line with the city clerk, but I wanted to take the opportunity just mention if uh we're always in need of more boards and commissions uh members and volunteers, and if uh if any of the board members or anybody uh in the seats out there, you know, if somebody that'd like to volunteer, just get with the city clerk. So I I think we'll fill Chris's uh position pretty quick. Uh it that's a council appointed position, so it takes a little bit of time to do that. But all I got. Okay, and if we end up having the hearing, you'll have to switch it. Yeah, I've got it. Okay, yeah. Has everyone had a chance to review the minutes from the uh July board meeting? Was there any uh corrections or anything need to be uh revised? I got that for you to sign all so is there a motion to uh approve the minutes? So moved. Second. There's a motion by Mr. Wagner, seconded by Mr. Duncan that the minutes from the July meeting be uh approved. All those in favor of approval say aye. Aye, those opposed, motion carries. Okay. I know people are signing in, but you're welcome to come on up and tell us about your property, and we can go ahead and get the meeting started. Hi. Hi. Um South Winfield.

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