The Austin Building and Standards Commission convened on July 23, 2025, to address several agenda items, with a significant focus on case number CL2025-085215 concerning the property at 1800 Patton Lane. This case involves an unoccupied commercial multifamily structure comprising five buildings and 40 units, which has been under scrutiny since December 2024 due to complaints regarding trash and debris.

Code investigator Courtney Britt presented the case, detailing the history of violations and the city's response. The property was reported as dangerous and unsanitary, with initial inspections revealing severe issues, including unauthorized occupancy by individuals experiencing homelessness. Following the complaint, the city took immediate action, including securing the premises and removing unauthorized individuals.

Britt outlined a timeline of events, noting that on February 17, 2025, the Austin Police Department (APD) intervened to remove unauthorized occupants, and city contractors secured the property. Subsequent inspections revealed ongoing structural deficiencies, leading to the issuance of multiple notices of violation to the property owner, RPC Oakview Terrace LLC.

In March 2025, the city obtained search warrants to further assess and secure the property, resulting in the removal of approximately 70 cubic yards of unsanitary materials, including tires and discarded appliances. A follow-up inspection on July 9 confirmed that several violations remained unaddressed.

Britt presented photographic evidence of the property's condition, highlighting issues such as damaged doors, broken windows, and unsafe electrical facilities. Given the ongoing violations and the city's expenditure of over $12,000 to secure and clean the property, staff recommended that the commission issue an order for repair and establish a timeline for compliance.

The commission was asked to adopt the proposed findings of fact and conclusions of law, emphasizing the need for immediate action to address the public nuisance posed by the property. The meeting underscored the city's commitment to maintaining safety and standards within the community, with further discussions anticipated regarding the enforcement of compliance measures.