City Looks At Property Upkeep

Ordinance #830, which updated the city code relating to Unsafe Buildings and Property Maintenance, generated some strong opinions at the Kimball City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 16. The new ordinance attempts to link the unsafe buildings and nuisance codes.

The new ordinance addresses unsafe structures and property maintenance. It also sets minimum standards for what constitutes a safe home.

City Attorney Matt Turman explained that the government cannot deprive someone of life, liberty and property without due process. The ordinance and codes are designed to provide for due process.

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