City of Gainesville - File #: 200478.

• File #: 200478.
• Version: 2
• Name: SM 2020-116/CE-20-01913 SMALL & SMALL & SMALL HEIRS
• Type: Staff Recommendation
• Status: Passed
• File created: 10/26/2020
• In control: City Manager
• On agenda: 1/6/2022
• Final action: 1/6/2022
• Title: Request to Release Lien at 826 NE 18th Terrace (B)

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result
1/6/2022	2	City Commission	Approved as Recommended
8/12/2021	1	Special Magistrate Hearing
12/10/2020	1	Special Magistrate Hearing	Approved as Recommended

Title

Request to Release Lien at 826 NE 18^th Terrace (B)

Explanation

This item is a request for the City Commission to consider a request for a lien reduction or rescission for 826 NE 16^th Terrace. The property was found in violation of City ordinances for blight, under the Dangerous Building/Hazardous Lands ordinance. A lien was placed on this property that accumulated to $9,000 plus administrative costs of $120.35.

One of the heirs, Betty Darity, contacted the City regarding a reduction/rescission.  Ms. Dartiy is 81 years old and lives in Miami, and the family member that was tending to the vacant lot is no longer able to do so.  She requested the fine be reduced to zero and was going to explore donating the lot to the City.

A reduction/rescission hearing was held on August 12, 2021 before the Special Magistrate.  Based on information presented, the Magistrate recommended the remaining amount of the lien be reduced to zero.  The administrative costs of the lien have been paid separately and resolved. 

Strategic Connection:

Goal 3: A Great Place to Live & Experience. 

Fiscal Note

The current lien amounts total $9,000. The City estimates approximately $120.35 in accrued administrative costs.

Recommendation
The City Commission accept the Magistrate’s ruling and reduce the lien to zero and authorize the Mayor to execute the release of lien.