Eminent domain proceedings can be instituted in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code for any property that has been certified by Council to be blighted or deteriorated. Specific findings as such must be made from Council:
(a) That the property has deteriorated to such an extent to constitute a serious and growing menace to the public health, safety and welfare;
(b) That such property is likely to continue to deteriorate unless corrected;
(c) That the continued deterioration of such property may contribute to the blighting or deterioration of the area immediately surrounding the property; and
(d) That the owner of such property has failed to correct the deterioration of the property.
(Ord. 1183-2021. Passed 8-24-21.)