Title
Property Transactions - Chandworth Drainage Improvements, Parcel #6
Action
Action: Approve the following Condemnation: Chandworth Drainage Improvements, Parcel #6
Body
Project: Chandworth Drainage Improvements, Parcel #6
Program: Flood Control
Owner(s): Paul G. Durham and Brandi P. Durham
Property Address: 3814 Chandworth Road
Total Parcel Area: 18,652 sq. ft. (.428 ac.)
Property to be acquired by Easements: 516 sq. ft. (.012 ac.) in Sanitary Sewer Easement, plus 1,468 sq. ft. (.034 ac.) in Temporary Construction Easement
Structures/Improvements to be impacted: None
Landscaping to be impacted: Trees
Zoned: R-3
Use: Single-family Residential
Tax Code: 179-097-40
Appraised Value: $6,025
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 being 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