Number
031458
Version
ORIGINAL
Reference
Sponsor
ALD. MURPHY
Title
Resolution accepting the donation of a vacant and boarded residential building at 1321-23 North 37th Place and a portion of the adjacent land at 1315 North 37th Place from Renovation Realty Investment Services, Inc., also known as Harley-Davidson, Inc., and authorizing the subsequent surplus declaration and sale to Milwaukee Habitat For Humanity, Inc., in the 16th Aldermanic District. (DCD)
Analysis
This resolution authorizes the acceptance of a donated vacant and boarded residential building as well as the subsequent disposition of said property.
Body
Whereas, Renovation Realty Investment Services, Inc., also known as Harley-Davidson, Inc., has acquired a blighted property in the Harley-Davidson Catalytic Project Area and now wishes to donate it to the City of Milwaukee along with a portion of the adjoining lot (collectively “Property”); and
Whereas, Renovation Realty Investment Services, Inc., has agreed to provide the property free and clear of any and all encumbrances, including taxes; and
Whereas, The Department of City Development (“DCD”) recommends acceptance of the Property upon receiving evidence of a clear title and a satisfactory Phase I environmental report; and
Whereas, After acquisition, DCD proposes to raze the improvements; and
Whereas, After razing, the Property is suitable for new residential construction, as part of the Harley-Davidson Catalytic Project Area, and, therefore, DCD proposes to convey the property to Milwaukee Habitat For Humanity, Inc., for $1.00; and
Whereas, Milwaukee Habitat For Humanity, Inc., has agreed to acquire the Property for $1.00 and to develop a new single-family residence that will be sold to a low-income owner-occupant; and
Whereas, The City Plan Commission has approved acceptance of the donation of the Property and has determined that the Property is surplus to municipal needs; now, therefore, be it
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