Troy Buchanan, the owner of 48 Mill Pond Lane, expressed his intention to comply with the Property Standards Order. However, he noted that the property is currently under an estate appeal. Mr. Buchanan indicated that he will be able to take action on the property once the estate matter is resolved, and he hopes to have the estate settled by early summer. He anticipates being able to clean up the property by early fall.
Property Standards Officer, Paige Broughton, provided a summary of the violations identified during the inspection conducted on May 22, 2024.
There were no members of the public present for the appeal meeting
Councillor Neeson acknowledged the ongoing probate issue and the location of the property. He inquired whether Mr. Buchanan could board up the building with plywood in the interim.
Mr. Buchanan explained that he had undertaken some maintenance on the property since the inspection, providing specific examples of work completed. He acknowledged that additional work is required to address all the issues listed in the Property Standards Order.
Councillor Neeson asked Mr. Buchanan if he could proceed with further repairs while the probate process is ongoing. Mr. Buchanan confirmed that he is willing to make repairs in the meantime.
Councillor Neeson inquired whether plywood would be an acceptable solution for securing the building. Mike Hutchinson confirmed that the Bylaw Department would be satisfied with plywood as a temporary measure to prevent wildlife intrusion and/or unauthorized entry.
Councillor Neeson confirms the extensions that Mr. Buchanan is asking for.
The committee engaged in a thorough discussion to reach a decision.
Decision:
Moved By: Councillor Biggerstaff
Seconded By: Councillor Neeson
Carried.
It was resolved that the Property Standards Order for Appeal #24-1634, located at 48 Mill Pond Lane, is confirmed, with the following extensions granted for compliance:
Items 1, 2, and 5 on the order are to be rectified by May 7, 2025.
Items 3, 4, 6, and 7 on the order are to be rectified by January 1, 2026.
These extensions are contingent upon the property owner maintaining clear communication with the investigating officer regarding updates on the property.