Going, Going, GONE

The Oakland City Council has made many efforts with Jeremy Crimmins, owner of three homes in Oakland that were taken down today. He has had several years to bring the properties up to code, failing to do so every time. Recently, the Oakland City Council hired a Condemnation person, Gary Huse. He is a qualified person in the field of construction, leading to his abilities in condemnation, meaning properties that are in severe disarray.

It is a detriment to those living in the area to have such disheveled properties in the neighborhood. Not only is it an eyesore, but it brings down property value to those owning property in the area. Selling a home in an area such as this would be nearly impossible.

At the end of the day, improvements were made. Those driving by gave a thumbs up and were all smiles to see the beginning of improvements, which will, hopefully, lead to many more improvements soon!

Down go condemned properties! All photos Credit of Denise Gilliland/Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.