Cleveland takes legal action against owners of deteriorating Corlett Movers building

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) -The city of Cleveland has filed criminal charges against the owners of the deteriorating Corlett Movers building on East 55th Street, with fines totaling $20,000.

19 News. We’ve first reported on the building back in August. In September, the fire marshal ruled the building a hazard.

“Just an absolute disaster here, and the property owner continues to neglect. We’ve tried working with them, we’ve been patient, but the fact of the matter is, times up,” said Tyler Sinclair, spokesperson for the mayor’s office.

Building poses multiple hazards

The building contains garbage throughout and has open doorways that are easily accessible. Fire officials identified multiple safety concerns…

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