Business
113 E Kirkwood AVE
- Case Date:
- 10/25/2022
After reading about the variance denied to the property owner, Randy Lloyd, I couldn’t help but think about the current use of the site at or about 113 E Kirkwood. This property sits in an overlay that does not permit surface parking. I can’t find any use in the UDO where parking is allowed when not attached to a structure, and I specifically remember a number of discussions regarding this issue. In particular the Methodist Church’s desire to convert the footprint of the old post office to surface parking. I believe that had to turn it into green space. I also have concerns that this lot is 100% impervious. 20.4.20 I just don’t see how this use satisfies the spirit of the Comprehensive Plan, the existing UDO, or is consistent w previous use determinations. Further, the owner expanded the parking from what was there pre-demolition of the 4th street garage without any public review. Finally, I doubt this parcel meets the requirements of 18.12.10. How would BFD access or service a car fire on this parcel? It’s too narrow to get truck in there and difficult to service from the alley. This use may have been over looked during the demolition and reconstruction of the 4th street garage, even though parking was not really needed downtown during the pandemic, however, it’s time for enforcement against this parcel and other nonconforming uses.
- Case Date:
- 10/13/2021
This property was a house that was converted into a garage which is a building code violation on multiple levels. The property has broken down cars all the way up to the road, and the property is being operated as a business for fixing cars which is a complete violation of city ordinances.
Business
414 E Cottage Grove AVE
- Case Date:
- 12/8/2023
The ZBT Fraternity can be found through Google as being a fraternity house. They are on cease and desist as well as not able to operate in the neighborhood.
City Performance
309 E 7th ST
- Case Date:
- 5/15/2024
Dear city,
I would like to send sincere appreciation for Hank Duncan of the city Pedestrian and Cycling department.
He is highly creative and a real pleasure to work with - and is a true asset to the city for his willingness to be a partner in city bike safety.
Thank you, Hank - and well done!
Craig Medlyn,
Bloomington Bicycle Club, Safety Director
Debris Removal
907 W 4th ST
- Case Date:
- 2/29/2020
Old boat parked in the back yard
Debris Removal
217 W 6th ST
- Case Date:
- 6/29/2021
Construction debris and concrete run-off not cleaned up by construction crew. Debris is flowing down the alley causing a mess.
Debris Removal
224 S Maple ST
- Case Date:
- 7/14/2022
Several vehicles parked in the yard. tons of trash and automotive parts. It looks like they are running a car repair shop in the yard. They live in an RV parked in the back. This has been going on for months. I know the city has received several complaints and are doing nothing about it. This whole scene is devaluing the properties in the neighborhood. What if this was happening next to the Mayors house? Extremely upset that this is still going on!
Debris Removal
416 E Cottage Grove AVE
- Case Date:
- 8/28/2023
Building recently removed. Now, used construction materials are being stored on the empty lot. Is the property zoned for such use?
Debris Removal
105 N Hampton CT
- Case Date:
- 5/15/2024
Neighbor construction project to fill in his pool has caused dirt to be left in the street multiple times. Needs cleaned up. On going problem. Has left mud to be all over street.
Drainage or Runoff
1210 W Cottage Grove AVE
- Case Date:
- 4/24/2024
Hi there - the Habitat for Humanity build on Cottage Grove has a lot of erosion and the drain in front of the property is completely clogged. I connected with someone from Habitat about it at a social gathering a few weeks ago, but I'm not sure it was remembered. It would probably have more heft getting connected by the City. Thanks for all you do - very much appreciate the quick and thorough work of the CBU employees in this area during the recent heavy rains!!!