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Asking the City of Corpus Christi to Reject Renovation Permit on North Beach

Petition is directed to
Paulette Guajardo
75 supporters

Collection finished

75 supporters

Collection finished

  1. Launched December 2023
  2. Collection finished
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North Beach has seen major improvements most recently. Allowing a renovation for a dilapidated property that should clearly be demolished is a step backwards for North Beach. It is unbelievable that a permit was issued based on a fictional quote.

as an owner of a rental property on North Beach, allowing properties such as 4513 Gulfbreeze Blvd to be rebuilt on the ground would be unsafe to any protectional tenant due to the flooding in the area. the amount estimated to rebuild does not cover any allowances for unforeseen added cost, plumbing, new sewer lines, waterlines, rewire electrical to meet city code, concrete for foundation, not to mention no work to be done on roof ,
My concern is if this rebuilt is allowed, it just opens doors for others to follow suit

The value of property is very much at stake. My family has had property on the Island for more 100 years. Had courts, Fishing Pier, Paradise Fishing Pier and Mai Tai Restaurant, Rental Cottages through the 1960’s. Also had a Residence and rental that complied with the Height and other requirements and are still there since the 80’s. Allowing substandard buildings of any type will be very detrimental to the value of property on the island.

I've drove by this property and looked at it. I actually got out and walked around from a distance. I could see that it's going to require more than just renovations. It's going to require a complete new build. It needs to be taken up off the ground so that when we have high water it won't be flooded.

I believe that city staff's acceptance of the unrealistically low projected costs submitted for the extensive renovations was a mistake. Allowing this project to move forwards will endanger property values and public safety in our city's prime tourist area, a neighborhood that has experienced a recent surge in both public and private investment.

Furthermore, allowing blighted structures to be completely rebuilt at ground level is completely contrary to the City of Corpus Christi's master plan for the redevelopment of North Beach. In fact it undermines that plan.

The safety of our community will suffer greatly if this run-down slum property starts renting out to prostitution and drug dealers.

These buildings need to be torn down not just $1,600 each remodeling.

I tried to buy this property with the intent to tear down the sheds and build a proper beach home but it sold before I finished my due diligence.

What I did learn is the sheds were not livable unless rebuilt for a minimum of $10,000 to $15,000 plus EACH

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