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Unsafe Buildings

Multiple properties owned or managed by Brawley: 318, 324, 326 N. Jefferson St. Description of Issue: I am writing to formally report a rapid and severe deterioration of community standards at the newly constructed student housing properties located at the stated location. Despite these $1.5 M properties opening just two weeks ago for the current academic year, they have already devolved into a condition much like that of a blighted community. Specifically, residents have erected unapproved, temporary privacy structures utilizing tarps, wood, and other unpermitted materials. These structures are being used to conceal dubious activities. These makeshift installations present several immediate issues: Visual Blight: The structures degrade the aesthetic standard of the neighborhood and negatively impact surrounding property values. Safety and Code Hazards: Unregulated wooden and tarp structures pose a distinct (fire, safety) hazard and may violate local building and zoning ordinances. Lack of Oversight: The concealment of these areas facilitates behavioral issues that disrupt the peace of the community. Requested Action: The property management company must be notified immediately to take the following corrective actions: Enforce Immediate Removal: Order the swift dismantling and disposal of all temporary tarps, wood structures, and unapproved barriers. Establish Ground Rules: Issue clear, binding community guidelines to all residents regarding acceptable use of outdoor spaces. Implement Enforcement Mechanisms: Outline explicit penalties and swift consequences for any future infractions to maintain the integrity of the property.