What to know:
- Neighbors say a vacant Detroit Land Bank house on Lappin has become a nuisance, with trash, break-ins, people staying in the garage, and damage to nearby properties.
- Neighbor Kamaria Gray says her fence and orchard were damaged, debris has accumulated, and a fire was set in the garage on Halloween—leaving her family feeling unsafe.
- The Land Bank says the property has been secured; cleanup began last week, and crews are expected to return to clear debris and inspect the site Nov. 17.
- Gray wants a permanent solution and compensation for neighbors’ damage; the house is still being reviewed for possible demolition.
DETROIT — A vacant Detroit Land Bank Authority house on Lappin has become a nuisance for neighbors, who say trash, break-ins and damage to nearby properties have been an ongoing problem.
Kamaria Gray, whose property borders the house, said people have been living in its garage and that tents were set up on the property. She said she has spent the past year documenting damage and debris, including broken glass and bottles.
Gray said her fence has been destroyed, an orchard was ruined, and that a fire was set in the garage on Halloween. She said the activity has made her family feel unsafe and kept her from enjoying her backyard…