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§§ 4-46 through 4-99 RESERVED FOR FUTURE USES.
1. This article is designed to allow for the designation, and subsequent protection of, properties which have been determined to be architecturally, archaeologically, culturally or historically significant to the city and to allow interested parties the opportunity to arrange for the preservation of such properties.
2. The purposes of this article are to:
a. Promote the designation of historic properties and landmarks and the creation of historic districts for the educational, cultural, economic and general welfare of the public;
b. Safeguard the cultural and architectural heritage of the city;
c. Preserve and enhance the environmental quality of neighborhoods;
d. Strengthen the city’s economic base through stimulation of structural and district conservation, re-use and revitalization;
e. Stabilize and preserve property values; and
f. Promote harmonious, orderly and efficient growth and development of the community, through the integration of the preservation and comprehensive planning processes within the city.
For the purpose of this article, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT/HISTORIC. Located as adopted and described in the City of Cache zoning ordinance.
HISTORIC LANDMARK. An individual structure or property that has been designated as such through approved means by City Council, state or federal authority.
LAWFUL ACTIVITY. That for which the structure was built or intended to be used. No building shall be used primarily for storage of personal or business items.
OWNER. Any person, agent, firm, partnership or corporation having a legal interest in the property.
SECURED. All accessible means of ingress and egress to the vacant structure, including, but not limited to, all exterior doorways and windows being locked so as to prevent unauthorized entry.
STRUCTURE. That which is built or constructed.
TEMPORARILY SECURED. All accessible means of ingress and egress to the vacant structure, including, but not limited to, all exterior doorways and windows are covered with plywood (or other appropriate material) that has been nailed or bolted in place so as to prevent unauthorized entry.
(Ord. 2019-05, passed 7-8-2019)
1. This article shall apply to all vacant structures, as defined herein, which are now in existence or which may hereafter be constructed or converted from other uses and which are within the Downtown Business District/Historical and all vacant designated historic landmarks.
2. The City Mayor or his or her designees may consider provided evidence that the property is listed for sale or lease for fair market value and for a reasonable length of time for purposes of extending the length of time before the property must be registered.
3. Upon the issuance of notice by the city to register a vacant property, and prior to the issuance of a certificate of registration for any vacant building, the owner shall register with the city enforcement and provide the following information:
a. The address and legal description of the property;
b. The current name, physical address, mailing address, telephone number and e-mail information for any owner(s) with an ownership interest in the property. Corporations or corporate entities shall submit the same information pertaining to their registered agent;
c. The contact information for a local manager of the properties and/or improvements located on said property, as applicable;
d. Proof of insurance of the building, which the owner shall procure and keep in full force and effect at all times during the registration term, for commercial general liability and property insurance coverage, with minimum combined bodily injury (including death) and property damage limits of not less than $1,000,000 for each occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate;
e. A written comprehensive plan of action detailing a timeline for correcting violations, rehabilitation and maintenance while vacant, and future use(s) of the structure. Said plan of actions must be updated every six months;
f. A complete floor plan of the property for use by first responders in the event of a fire or other catastrophic event;
g. Written notice to the city, including a copy of the deed, of a change in:
(1) Ownership of the property;
(2) Contact information for the owner of the designated manager. Written notice must be provided to the city no later than 30 days after said changes have occurred; and
(3) Continued annual registration of the property by the vacant structure property owner until said structure is deemed occupied and in compliance with all relevant code requirements by the city.
(Ord. 2019-05, passed 7-8-2019)
Vacant structure property owners shall tender an annual registration and inspection fee of $500 for each vacant property after the initial partial year of registration, for which no fee shall be due. Subsequent annual registration fees shall increase by $500 per year of registration, and shall be due and postmarked no later than January 31 of each year with proceeds to go to business district maintenance.
(Ord. 2019-05, passed 7-8-2019)
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