Reports (1,903)

What is the nature of the problem: [Constituent reports abandoned home at location. The front door is not locked. States there is a big hole in the roof where a large raccoon family climbs in and out of, the door was open in a recent wind storm, states 911 has been called and the responding officers could smell a dead animal inside. States even after the BPD response, the owners did not secure their property. States the other night, some neighborhood preteens kicked the door open.]

What is the nature of the problem: [Const. states there is an open window leading to raccoons settling in the attic of this address, building has been abandonned for a while. Requesting inspection + contact with owner]

What is the nature of the problem: [Constituent states that property looks abandoned and the steps look very damaged]

What is the nature of the problem: [this building vurnt 3 years ago. Since then nothing has been done to restore or demolish it. The entire property is infested with rats that are invading other properties. It is a healt hazard to the neighborhood.]

What is the nature of the problem: [The constituent called about a house that's been abandoned for "20 years". He states it's a fire hazard, the left side of the building has collapsed, there are broken windows, as well as a large amount of rodents and other wild animals entering and exiting the building through the many holes in the property. He's requesting the abandoned building be torn down.]

What is the nature of the problem: [Const. states there has been an ongoing issue with rats and raccoons going in and out of this abandonned building. States the window is open and the building is not secured. Requesting inspection and contact with owner to make sure building is secure]

What is the nature of the problem: [Constituent reported that the house at the mentioned location has been abandoned for 20 years. Constituent is concerned that this a fire hazard for the entire block. The constituent stated that the back wall fell off and the sides of the property are overgrown. Const stated that only the front yard is being cut every now and then by other residents.]

What is the nature of the problem: [building had a fire years ago and has been abandoned ever since]

What is the nature of the problem: [Const. states this property had a fire over 10 years ago and has been abandoned. States building is falling apart and rats are running rampant on the property and coming onto nearby properties. Requesting inspection and contact with property owners]

What is the nature of the problem: [constituent sent this request from a contact form: "I am writing to raise concerns about a long-neglected property in our neighborhood that continues to deteriorate and affect our quality of life. The property has been abandoned for years. Overgrown weeds, trash accumulation, and general disrepair make it a persistent eyesore. In the winter, the sidewalk goes unshoveled, posing a serious safety hazard. According to city records, the property has unpaid violations going back to March 2018. The owner is a building developer who holds multiple properties across Boston. Unfortunately, this is not the only one he has allowed to fall into neglect. His pattern of neglect was highlighted in a Boston Globe article, which includes a photo of this specific property. Here’s the link: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/10/16/metro/essaibi-george-husbands-real-estate-holdings-present-quandary/ At a time when Boston is facing a serious housing crisis, it is especially frustrating to see developers hoarding properties and leaving them in disrepair. These properties could be part of the solution to the housing shortage, but instead, they remain unlivable, unsafe, and a burden on the community. I urge your office to investigate this matter and take action to hold this developer accountable. Our neighborhood deserves better, and we need policies that discourage this kind of irresponsible property ownership. Thank you for your attention and for your service to our community."]