City officials in Galveston have issued an ultimatum to Tina Knowles, Beyoncé's mother, to address safety concerns at her Pirates Beach home. Deemed "potentially unsafe" due to deterioration and erosion, the property must see repairs within five months or face demolition. A safety fence must also be installed immediately to restrict access.
Celestine "Tina" Knowles, the mother of global music icon Beyoncé, has been issued a severe warning by city authorities in Galveston regarding her beach house in Pirates Beach. The property has been designated as "potentially unsafe" as a result of the extensive deterioration, decay, and erosion.
On July 1, a violation notice was posted, necessitating that Knowles submit remedy plans via a permit application within a 10-day period. Municipal Court may implement corrective measures in the event that compliance is not maintained. The city has required the installation of a safety fence to restrict access to the site in order to resolve immediate safety concerns.
"The city will install the safety fence if it is not erected within the specified time. The costs will be charged as a lien against the property to prevent taxpayers from bearing the expense," city officials stated.
Knowles has been granted a five-month period to resolve the issues prior to the commencement of prospective demolition proceedings. The urgency of the city's actions is underscored by the concern expressed by neighbors regarding the property's condition.
The significance of preserving safe and stable structures along the littoral to safeguard both residents and visitors was underscored by Galveston officials. The destiny of the Pirates Beach property is uncertain as the deadline approaches.
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