SR 26-189: Review of Appeal for ordering the rehabilitation or razing and removal of the structures at 118 MANITOBA AVENUE within fifteen (15) days after the March 18, 2026, City Council Public Hearing.

Description

Review of Appeal for ordering the rehabilitation or razing and removal of the structures at 118 MANITOBA AVENUE within fifteen (15) days after the March 18, 2026, City Council Public Hearing.

Summary

The letter concerns Saint Paul’s enforcement process for the nuisance property at 118 Manitoba Avenue. On May 6, 2026, the City Council gave J Vang 180 days to either demolish and remove the building or rehabilitate it and obtain a Certificate of Code Compliance. Because J Vang reportedly cannot complete the work, Laichee Yang and Ethan Vang have submitted a purchase agreement and plans to rehabilitate the property, although ownership cannot transfer until completion. A legislative hearing is scheduled for September 15, 2026, to review their documents; the follow-up hearing would otherwise occur November 10. The City found their financial-support letter insufficient because it expresses willingness to help rather than a firm commitment, and requested clearer proof of available funds.