Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Thomas Hutka
Department: Public Works Division: Real Property
Information
Requested Action
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MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution No. 2020-026 authorizing conveyance to the Town of Davie by quit claim deed a parcel of land not suitable for further development that escheated to Broward County for delinquent real estate taxes; and authorize Mayor and Clerk to execute quit claim deed and recordation of same. (Commission District 7)
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Why Action is Necessary
Board of County Commission approval is required to convey real property acquired due to delinquent taxes pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 197.592(3) and Broward County Administrative Code, Section 6.23.
What Action Accomplishes
Conveys the property to the municipality within which it is located pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 197.592(3).
Is this Action Goal Related
No
Previous Action Taken
None.
Summary Explanation/Background
THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT DIVISION/REAL PROPERTY SECTION RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF THE ABOVE MOTION.
The parcel of land escheated to Broward County for non-payment of taxes. Title was conveyed to the County via tax deed pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 197.502(8) since there were no bidders at public sale. The parcel is Identified by Folio Number 5041-27-01-0372 located at the intersection of SW 39 Street and SW 73 Avenue in Davie. It measures approximately 270 feet x 25 feet, containing approximately 6,800 square feet. It is unsuitable for development due to its configuration and location.
All applicable County agencies were solicited for potential County use of the property or rights therein; no current or future use was identified. The former owner of this property did not file a verified application seeking a return of their respective property. Pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 197.592(3), properties escheated to the County for delinquent ad valorem taxes which have not been previously sold or dedicated and which have not been conveyed to the former record fee simple owner, shall be conveyed to the municipality in which the properties are located.
All documents have been reviewed and approved as to form by the Office of the County Attorney.
Source of Additional Information
Purvi A. Bhogaita, Director, Real Property Section, (954) 357-7333
Thomas J. Hutka, P.E., Director, Public Works Department, (954) 357-6410
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact/Cost Summary
There is no fiscal impact to Broward County.