The City of Trenton’s Building and Nuisance Board actively identifies properties that may be considered nuisances and brings them to the city’s attention for further action.
According to Building Inspector Wes Barone, these properties are meticulously documented with photographs and other means before being presented to the board for a nuisance declaration.
Common issues include trash, debris, and overgrown vegetation, which often lead to properties being deemed nuisances.
The Building and Nuisance Board convenes monthly, and each procedural step typically spans about 30 days. The findings of fact category outlines the specific work required to bring the property up to code.
If property owners fail to attend a public hearing, the board may expedite the process, moving the property directly to findings of fact.
Barone noted that if progress is documented at a location, the board may choose to maintain the property’s current status until necessary work is completed. Effective communication between property owners and the board is crucial.
Findings of fact and declarations of a dangerous building are officially recorded on the property’s deed. These records can be removed once all issues are resolved.
Once a property is declared a dangerous building, the city typically initiates the process of turning off utilities.
For more information, residents are encouraged to contact Wes Barone at Trenton City Hall at 660-359-2013 extension 2116.
