Title
Property Transactions - Chandworth Drainage Improvements, Parcel #42
Action
Action: Approve the following Condemnation: Chandworth Drainage Improvements, Parcel #42
Body
Project: Chandworth Drainage Improvements, Parcel #42
Program: Flood Control
Owner(s): Deborah Stoudenmire
Property Address: 4020 Sussex Avenue
Total Parcel Area: 14,680 sq. ft. (.337 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Easements: 1,866 sq. ft. (.043 ac.) in Storm Drainage Easement, plus 351 sq. ft. (.008 ac.) in Temporary Construction Easement, plus 946 sq. ft. (.022 ac.) in Existing Drainage Accepted as Storm Drainage Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: Trees
Zoned: R-3
Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 179-063-03
Appraised Value: $16,875
Property Owner’s Concerns: The property owner is concerned about the potential impacts to the property during and after construction, 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