Luzerne County Council Approves Blight Demolition Fund Use for Duryea Property
What happened
Luzerne County Council is utilizing a new blight demolition fund, which is financed by a $15 fee on deeds and mortgages recorded in the county. Duryea is seeking $60,450 in reimbursement to demolish a blighted property at 404-406 Main St., which was destroyed by a May fire. Councilman John Lombardo sought verification that the fund could be applied to the project, a concern that was addressed by the County Community Planning and Economic Development division.
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Why it matters
The County Council is deploying the Act 152 demolition fund, which is designated for removing blighted structures. The fund's revenue is generated through a fee on deeds and mortgages, indicating a mechanism for local government to finance property cleanup and safety hazards.
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Who's involved
- John LombardoCouncilman who sought verification for the use of the blight demolition fund.
- Denise WilliamsCouncilwoman who supports the local project.
- county councilThe elected administrative body managing the blight demolition fund.
- Luzerne CountyThe county where the blight demolition fund is being managed and deployed.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- county councilSpeculative
The county could see changes in administrative costs related to managing the blight demolition fund.
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The entities involved
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John Lombardo
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Denise Williams
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