Oakdale Meth Lab Rehabilitated into 3-Bedroom Home

An inhabitable Oakdale residence is quickly rehabilitated after an inspection warrant was issued and revealed a methamphetamine lab.

In the City of Oakdale, a residential property stood as the neighborhood’s eyesore – however inside this blighted building is where true hazardous and dangerous risks lived. This visually displeasing residence had such an accumulation of trash, hazardous materials, overgrown weeds, and animal feces, it posed a significant threat to neighboring properties.

In a densely populated area of residences and businesses, this property’s accumulation of junk on the front lawn was so excessive that some trash and debris seeped onto the neighborhood street. After the City red-tagged the property without a response from the owner, an inspection warrant was issued to determine the severity of its dangers.

During the inspection, the City found over 22 violations, including mold growth, structural, fire, and electrical hazards, and—most dangerous of all—a methamphetamine laboratory. A notice and order were issued to abate the nuisances on the property. A new property owner entered a compliance agreement with the City to reimburse its costs and rehabilitate the residence efficiently and safely.

Now, this Oakdale property is a gorgeous 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home that improves our housing crisis in California. The neighborhood is safe, property values have increased, and the City was reimbursed for its fees – a great example of how Civica Law works together with public agencies to build stronger, safer communities.

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