Special Housing Commission 8/26/26

The City of East Ridge Special Housing Commission held an emergency meeting on August 26, 2026, to address severe code violations and unsafe living conditions at properties located at 1029 and 1031 South Seminole Drive. The discussion focused on multiple municipal code violations including unauthorized multi-family and commercial use in an R-1 single-family zoning district, unsafe living conditions due to lack of power and water, and the presence of debris and disabled vehicles. The commission reviewed the history of the property, including a prior demolition of a dilapidated house in 2024, and the current situation involving unauthorized occupancy and utility tampering. The commission voted unanimously to condemn the properties until the violations and unsafe conditions are remedied, with plans to reassess the situation at the next meeting. The condemnation aims to prevent further unauthorized habitation and ensure compliance with zoning and safety codes.