Summary
The city took title to the former River City Grill at 100 Merchant Street and plans demolition, plus two tax-sale properties coming down this month at 707 Ogden Avenue and 1810 Oregon Avenue.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
A fee could generate revenue for the agency, but collection challenges make the actual yield highly uncertain.
Neighbors of blighted and hazardous properties.
Moderate-income homeowners who earn too much to qualify for Habitat assistance but can't afford major repairs.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Judge rules on 2025 settlement for abandoned Fairmont property after City seeks enforcement
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City Council - Aug 11, 2026
The city took title to the former River City Grill at 100 Merchant Street and plans demolition, plus two tax-sale properties coming down this month at 707 Ogden Avenue and 1810 Oregon Avenue.
City Council (Work) - Jul 28, 2026
Council floated funding the land reuse agency through a vacant building fee, but the city attorney warned collection is very difficult — Clarksburg reportedly has $6 million in uncollected fees. The idea remains open.
City Council (Work) - May 26, 2026
The city has demolished 168 structures since 2012 but 59 blighted buildings remain, and officials worry about homes sliding into disrepair before reaching blight status. Discussion centered on repair-assistance programs and code enforcement.
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