1848_Clearview_inspection.pdf
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- Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
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The documents comprise a property inspection report by Barry Isett and Associates for the City of Scranton's Office of Economic and Community Development and a corresponding municipal demolition project invitation to bid. The City of Scranton is seeking sealed bids for the Demolition 2025 Projects Round 2, with electronic bid submissions due by 10:00 am on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, through the city's e-Procurement Portal. Bidders must register on the portal to view specifications, submit documents, and receive addenda notifications. A video of the bid opening will be available on YouTube, and all technical questions and clarification requests must be submitted via the portal's Q&A function by 10:00 am on Friday, July 18, 2025.
The specific property at 1848 Clearview Street has been evaluated and deemed beyond repair, with the inspection report recommending demolition due to significant structural deterioration, unsecured openings, and hazards to public safety. The property's building envelope, including roofing, siding, windows, doors, and porches, has extensively degraded, and the structure is considered to require demolition costs exceeding 85% of its value. Bidders interested in participating must follow the detailed submission instructions on the e-Procurement Portal, with technical support available through OpenGov's customer service channels if needed.
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February 11, 2025
City of Scranton Office of Economic and Community Development 340 North Washington Ave Scranton, PA 18503 Attn: Andrew Connors Blight and Redevelopment Specialist
RE: 1848 Clearview St., Scranton, PA 18508 City of Scranton Office of Economic and Community Development City of Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
Dear Mr. Connors, Barry Isett and Associates, Inc. visited the property known as 1848 Clearview St., Scranton, PA 18508 on Tuesday, February 22, 2025. During the site visit, the structure was evaluated for demolition. The evaluation was based on visual inspection of the exterior of the building with no access of the interior. The conditions present in the field on the day of the site visit of this structure is in a state of disrepair. Observed deficiencies include deterioration of the building envelope, including the roofing system, siding, windows, doors and front porch. property has unsecured openings and has been exposed to weather. The front and rear porch structure is compromised and in danger of collapse. The structural components of the structure have not been evaluated. The mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems have not been evaluated.
In our opinion, the structure is beyond repairs that exceed 85% or more of the value. The unsafe conditions present on site are a hazard to public safety and welfare and the structure should be demolished.
Should you have any questions or comments regarding this information, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
Sincerely, Amos Valenti Project Manager Project Management & Construction Services
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