Summary
Northside Grill owner Jim Koli says the city claims the land under his 1832 building and has stalled for two years; he's asking for a quit claim deed or easement and says he was forced to litigate.
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Last discussed Jul 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Owner reports tens of thousands in legal fees and inability to refinance.
Property owners if resolved.
Jim Koli and three other building owners on the block.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council — July 20, 2026
Northside Grill owner Jim Koli says the city claims the land under his 1832 building and has stalled for two years; he's asking for a quit claim deed or easement and says he was forced to litigate.
City Council — July 6, 2026
Business owner Jim Koli said his 1832 Anson Brown building cannot get title insurance or refinancing because the city claims encroaching right-of-way land, and warned the buildings could be bulldozed. Councilmember Disch countered that the city is offering an easement, not trying to force demolition.
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