Title
Property Transactions - Lyon Court Storm Drainage Improvement Project, Parcel #125
Action
Action: Approve the following property condemnation: Lyon Court Storm Drainage Improvement project, Parcel #125
Body
Project: Lyon Court Storm Drainage Improvement project, Parcel #125
Program: Flood Control
Owner(s): Ralph R. McMillan and Sally H. McMillan
Property Address: 2108 Randall Street
Total Parcel Area: 10,675 sq. ft. (.245 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Easements: 3,634 sq. ft. (.083 ac.) in Storm Drainage Easement, plus 1,443 sq. ft. (.033 ac.) in Temporary Construction Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: Fence
Landscaping to be impacted: Trees and various plantings
Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 095-072-01
Appraised Value: $23,027
Property Owner’s Counteroffer: $47,000
Property Owner’s Concerns: The property owner is concerned with the compensation amount and how the project may impact the future development of the property.
City’s Response to Property Owner’s Concerns: Staff informed the property owner they could provide their own appraisal for review. Staff directed the property owners to the appropriate representatives from Zoning and Mecklenburg County Storm Water to provide them with current regulations for redevelopment.
Recommendation: To avoid delay in the project schedule, staff recommends proceeding 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