Appeal of Freida Webb for reinspection fees (3373-77 N Dr Martin Luther King, Jr Dr.) (6th Aldermanic District)

Summary

This is an appeal filed by Freida Webb on behalf of Jack E. Webb & Family regarding reinspection fees assessed by the Department of Public Works for property located at 3373-77 N Dr Martin Luther King, Jr Dr. The appeal focuses on the administrative procedures followed by the city, not the validity of the building code repairs order itself. The appellant cites several complications that hindered their ability to address the repairs in a timely manner, including:

• Towing of vehicles and materials: In March 2025, seven vehicles and a trailer with repair materials were towed from behind the property, causing significant economic and time redirection. A complaint was filed with the City Attorney on March 31, 2025, with no reply received to date.
• Water pipe replacement project: Ongoing water pipe replacement on the block, which began in September 2025, complicated roof and basement repairs due to increased water ingress.
• Property easement: The appellant asserts a property easement grants access to the rear of the property, where the vehicles were stored, a right they have exercised for over 30 years.

The appellant requests that the reinspection fees be waived and suggests using the funds for property improvements, highlighting recent storefront facade upgrades and cooperation with the King Drive BID. They also note the adjacent city-owned building is collapsing. The appeal was filed with a $25 fee on November 10, 2025, and a hearing was requested to be rescheduled to April 2026.

Citizen Impact

This appeal concerns reinspection fees related to building code repairs. The outcome could impact whether these fees are waived for the property owner, potentially affecting future property maintenance and the owner's ability to address code violations without incurring additional financial penalties.

Confidence

high