TOLEDO — Toledo officials declared Riverside Mobile Home Park unfit for human habitation, citing dangerous living conditions because of owner neglect.

There are three occupied units that received notices on Friday that they had 30 days to secure alternative housing. The Department of Building Code and Compliance had previously issued an emergency order identifying structural decay, lack of water and sewer service and hazardous electrical conditions.

“This is not a decision we make lightly,” said Jim Molnar, Director of Building and Code Compliance. “But the conditions at this property are unacceptable and pose a real danger to the health of those still living there. This action is necessary to protect people and ensure they have the opportunity to live in a safe and healthy environment.”

Toledo Police’s Community Services Section and Toledo-Lucas County Homelessness Board have been in contact with residents to help prepare them for relocation and know what resources are available. 

Once the residents have moved, the city and Lucas County Land Bank to remediate the property, at the owner’s expense, to turn it into a productive piece of the community.

“For too long, the owners of Riverside Mobile Home Park have failed to meet even the most basic standards of safety and decency,” said Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz. “Today’s action ensures that their negligence will no longer harm our residents. We are committed to holding property owners accountable and protecting the safety of our community.”

People in need of housing aid can contact United Way at 211.