Title
Property Transactions - Chandworth Drainage Improvements, Parcel #17
Action
Action: Approve the following Condemnation: Chandworth Drainage Improvements, Parcel #17
Body
Project: Chandworth Drainage Improvements, Parcel #17
Program: Flood Control
Owner(s): Elizabeth M. Doster and Simmons Penegar Doster
Property Address: 4026 Chandworth Road
Total Parcel Area: 15,306 sq. ft. (.351 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Easements: 1,283 sq. ft. (.029 ac.) in Storm Drainage Easement, plus 4,871 sq. ft. (.112 ac.) in Temporary Construction Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: Trees, bushes and various plantings
Zoned: R-3
Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 179-097-29
Appraised Value: $15,625
Property Owner’s Concerns: The property owner is concerned about the potential
impacts to the property during construction, future maintenance, and the amount of compensation offered.
City’s Response to Property Owner’s Concerns: Staff addressed property owner's concerns, however, an agreement has not been reached. Staff also informed property owner they could obtain their own appraisal in order to justify a counter offer.
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: 6