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Granting a stay of enforcement of RLH RR 23-31, ordering the demolition for 455 ROBERT STREET SOUTH, to Tom Radio, representing Allstate BK Real Estate Holdings, Ltd., pending compliance with specified conditions.
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WHEREAS, on October 23, 2024, the Saint Paul City Council adopted Council File RLH RR 23-31, which ordered the removal of 455 Robert Street South within 15 days; and
WHEREAS, following the Council decision on the matter a request was made by Tom Radio, attorney representing Allstate BK Real Estate Holdings, Ltd, to review this case again and consider granting a stay of enforcement as there was a signed purchase agreement for potential purchase of the property for rehabilitation; and
WHEREAS, letters to owner and interested parties were sent indicating the criteria against which the request for a stay of enforcement, which included,
1. apply for a Team inspection with the Department of Safety & Inspections, including lock box code and box must be attached to door for use;
2. post a $5,000 performance deposit with the Department of Safety & Inspections (DSI);
3. submit transfer loan agreement and will need to be approved by the Legislative Hearing Officer. Title of the property cannot transfer until the rehabilitation is complete;
4. submit evidence of financing sufficient to complete the rehabilitation. Staff estimates cost $50,000. If total for bids are more than 20% less than staff estimate, a high level of detail will be required. Financing could be business or personal accounts, a line of credit, or construction loan. Other types of financing will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis;
5. submit an affidavit indicating the finances will be dedicated to completing the project and not diverted until a code compliance certificate is issued;
6. submit work plan, sworn construction statement, or scope of work. This should include subcontractor bids and a schedule for completion of the project; and
7. the property must be maintained...
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