AVON — As the residents of the Village of Avon look upon the empty lot that was once the site of a home in disrepair, the board looks to remedy the uneasy feeling that those in similar situations are experiencing. A simple letter was sent Thursday November 14, to 16 different residences within the Village of Avon that have been deemed in violation of the New York State Property Code, that attempts to ease the anxiety of being notified of code … [Read more...]
Town of Avon Looking to Mirror Village on Home Demolitions
AVON — After a lengthy process of demolishing a home in the Village of Avon, community officials plan to team up to take on what might otherwise become a community epidemic. Because the situation escalated out of control in regards to the Dennis Catuzza home that is still undergoing cleanup from its demolition last Thursday, October 10, Avon Town Supervisor David LeFeber has turned his attention to deteriorating homes in the town. “We have a … [Read more...]
Catuzza Home Problem Prompts Plea to Non-Profits
AVON — With the demolition of a local home on the horizon the Avon Village Board looks to remedy any future similar situations by looking for help in a non profit organization. Jill Alcorn, President and CEO of Genesee Valley Rural Preservation Council, GVRPC, along with Robert Martin, Program Director for GVRPC attended Monday night's Village Board Meeting where they discussed options for Avon residents that are currently living in homes that … [Read more...]