Special assessment set for weed abatement on blighted properties
Property owners will face costs to remove noxious weeds from designated blighted parcels, or face liens. This continues enforcement under the city's 2010 blight ordinance.
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Special assessment for weed abatement on blighted properties
City is collecting special assessments against properties with noxious or dangerous weeds declared blighted in 2012. Property owners may face liens or increased tax bills to cover abatement costs.
Special weed-abatement assessment on blighted properties
Property owners in designated blighted areas will face special assessments to cover weed removal. The city is enforcing cleanup orders from a 2011 resolution.
City assesses weed-abatement costs on blighted properties
Owners of properties with noxious or dangerous weeds will receive special assessments to recover city cleanup costs. This is part of Birmingham's ongoing effort to address blight in neighborhoods.
Special weed-abatement assessment hearing on blighted properties
Property owners will hear assessment charges for city weed removal on their blighted parcels; those who neglect the notice may face liens or forced payment.
Unsafe building at 2913 31st Street West declared public nuisance; demolition di
Property deemed unsafe will be demolished, improving neighborhood safety and eliminating blight in Fairview.
Land area:
1 parcel
Weed abatement: special assessments on blighted properties
City pursues weed-control liens against properties identified as blighted under 2010 ordinance. Property owners may face added costs if vegetation isn't cleared.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 541 Maple Street, Roebuck
Unsafe building at 541 Maple Street in Roebuck will be demolished to remove a public hazard and blight from the neighborhood.
Land area:
1 parcel
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 7728 68th Place South
Building declared a public nuisance and safety hazard; demolition will remove blight and improve neighborhood conditions.
Land area:
1 parcel
Weed abatement costs assessed against blighted properties
City charges property owners for costs of removing dangerous weeds from their land. Owners can dispute the assessment at a public hearing.
Weed abatement special assessment against properties
City clears blighted properties of noxious weeds and bills property owners for the cost. Affected owners will receive special assessments on their tax bills.
Weed abatement assessments on unspecified properties
City imposes special assessments on property owners for clearing noxious weeds. Owners may face liens or tax consequences if unpaid.
Weed abatement: special assessment levied on blighted properties
City collects costs to clear noxious weeds from neglected parcels. Property owners may face tax liens if assessments go unpaid.
Weed abatement: city assesses property owners for cleanup costs
Property owners may face special assessments to recover city costs for removing noxious or dangerous weeds. Specific properties affected are not listed in this agenda summary.
Weed abatement liens placed on blighted properties
City removes overgrown weeds and debris from neglected properties, then bills owners—costs become a lien if unpaid. Cleans up neighborhoods and holds property owners accountable for maintenance.
Council orders demolition of unsafe garage at 2709 29th Place West
A dilapidated garage will be torn down after the city declared it unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal clears blight from the neighborhood and reduces hazards.
Land area:
1 parcel
City orders demolition of unsafe structure at 4713 8th Ave
Wylam resident property values and neighborhood safety benefit when blighted buildings are removed. This storage and garage building is declared unsafe and will be torn down.
Land area:
1 parcel
486 properties declared public nuisance for noxious weeds
City declares 486 blighted properties a public nuisance and will post notice to trigger weed abatement. Property owners must clear vegetation or face city enforcement action.
Land area:
486 parcels
Budget amendment: $450K redirected from police to capital improvements
City shifts $450,000 from police professional fees to capital project funding, adjusting how the general fund is spent for infrastructure improvements.
Weed abatement: City removes lien on 1125 Cotton Ave SW
Property owner at 1125 Cotton Ave SW is cleared of a special tax assessment for noxious weed removal, removing a financial encumbrance on the property.