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Release of Easement at 7705 SW 24th Avenue (B)
Executive Summary: Staff is requesting that an easement granted to the City in 1991 at 7705 SW 24th Avenue, on Tax Parcel No. 06850-028-002, for the installation, operation and maintenance of electric utility facilities be released to facilitate new development.
Explanation
Earl and Sarah Deck granted the City a fifteen foot wide easement in 1991 for the installation, operation and maintenance of electric utility facilities needed to serve their residence at 7705 SW 24th Avenue. Subsequently, the property was sold, the residence removed, and the electric facilities abandoned in order to facilitate the development of Tower 24, a planned development. The new owner has requested that the City release the easement granted in 1991 in order to avoid future encroachments as result of the new development.
Staff has reviewed this request and confirmed that there are no utility facilities located within the easement area and therefore has no objection to the City releasing its interest in the easement.
Recommendations
The City Commission: 1) approve the release of an easement located at 7705 SW 24th Avenue, Tax Parcel No. 06850-028-002; and 2) authorize the Mayor to execute the Release of Easement document subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.
Drafter
Prepared by: Ruth H. Davis, Utilities Administrative Services Director
Submitted by: Michael L. Kurtz, General Manager