David and Barbara Hawkins have petitioned to vacate and purchase the east 21.6  feet of Henesta Drive right of way in front of their property, Justiss Subdivision, Lot 10, Block 2.  Henesta Drive south of Rosebud Drive exists within 60 feet of right of way except in front of this property where it is 81.6 feet.   When the city expanded South 24th Street West, it became necessary to purchase a couple of parcels for the necessary right of way.  After carving the right of way for South 24th Street West, the city re-platted the remaining parcels and sold them.  Due to the unique shape of the parcel being platted, Henesta Drive ended up with 81.6 feet of right of way near Rosebud Drive.  It is only necessary to have 60 feet of right of way for Henesta Drive.  The area of the street proposed to be vacated is 2,713 square feet.

The Council may:

• After holding a public hearing, approve the vacation of the above-mentioned right-of-way and allow the purchase by David and Barbara Hawkins or
• Do not approve the vacation of the above-mentioned right-of-way.

The petitioners did provide a comparative market analysis performed by Forrester Group Real Estate for the right of way.  The value of the right of way is estimated at $3,700.00.  

Staff recommends City Council approve the vacation of a portion of Henesta Drive.