The Bellevue Code Enforcement Board met on May 22, 2025, to address a series of property violations, with a particular focus on long-standing cases of blighted and unsafe structures. One major case involved a severely deteriorated property at 129 Retreat Street, which has been vacant since 2019 and poses significant safety risks to neighbors. The property owner, who has received multiple citations over the years, presented plans and partial funding to begin restoration efforts. The board granted a 30-day extension to demonstrate substantial progress. Other cases included violations at 348 Barry Avenue, where issues of trash accumulation and tenant responsibility were discussed, resulting in a $250 fine; and 300 Barry Avenue, a property repeatedly cited for poor conditions and ultimately fined $7,000 to initiate foreclosure proceedings. Additional fines were issued for unmaintained properties at 414 Center Street (cited for pest infestation and rubbish) and other locations with continued exterior violations. In several cases, absentee ownership and communication breakdowns contributed to delays in compliance. The meeting reflected a continued effort by the board to balance enforcement with opportunities for property owners to remedy violations. Disclaimer: This summary was generated using AI and may not capture all meeting nuances or discussions.