CR56/2014 approved the vesting of the Subject Parcel following an unsuccessful public sale for tax arrears. CR56/2014 also authorized the demolition of the building, which was completed in February 2017.

By-Law 52-2014 establishes a policy for the disposal of Land. Section 5.1.2 of Schedule "A" attached to By-Law 52-2014 requires that City-owned lands be declared surplus and that Administration seek authority to sell the lands:

5.1.2 Notification of the intention to declare Land surplus and the authority to offer the Surplus Land for sale will be printed in the "Civic Corner" of the Windsor Star.

Discussion:

The Subject Parcel was circulated to determine whether there is a municipal use for same. A municipal use has not been identified.

Should the recommendations above be approved, Real Estate staff will list the property for sale on the MLS at a price to be determined by the Manager of Real Estate Services commensurate with an independent appraisal.

If Administration successfully negotiates an acceptable Offer, a report will be brought to Council or under Delegation of Authority, as appropriate, seeking authority to sell the Subject Parcel.

Risk Analysis:

There are potential liability issues should someone be injured on the land. Additionally, maintenance of the land drains scarce municipal resources. Selling the Subject Parcel will remove any associated liability issues and maintenance costs for the City.

Financial Matters:

N/A

Consultations:

Conclusion:

Declaring the vacant parcel of land identified in Recommendation I surplus, and authorizing the Manager of Real Estate Services to offer the property for sale on the MLS, will allow for the orderly sale of this vacant parcel that is not required for any municipal purpose.