Title
Property Transactions - Beckwith Meadow Storm Drainage Improvement Project, Parcel # 27
Action
Action: Approve the following Condemnation: Beckwith Meadow Storm
Drainage Improvement Project, Parcel # 27
Body
Project: Beckwith Meadow Storm Drainage Improvement Project (SDIP), Parcel # 27
Program: Beckwith Meadow SDIP
Owner(s): Brian J. Barnes and Melinda D. Barnes
Property Address: 1407 Meadow Lane
Total Parcel Area: 7,200 sq. ft. (0.165 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Easements: 692 sq. ft. (0.016 ac.) Storm Drainage Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: Trees
Zoned: N1-B
Use: Neighborhood 1 Zoning District
Parcel Identification Number: 093-023-01
https://polaris3g.mecklenburgcountync.gov/#mat=39858&pid=09302301&gisid=09302301
Appraised Value: $22,725
Property Owner’s Concerns: The property owner is concerned about the amount of compensation offered and has requested negotiations cease until the project is complete.
City’s Response to Property Owner’s Concerns: The city informed the property owner they could obtain their own appraisal or provide supporting documentation to justify their counteroffer. The city remains open to resuming negotiations when the property owner is ready.
Recommendation: The recommendation is to proceed to condemnation during which time negotiations can continue, mediation is available, and if necessary, just compensation can be determined by the court.
Council District: 1