(KLZA)--Bids to abate three nuisance houses in Falls City were tabled until the March 18th meeting when the Falls City Council met  on Monday. 

While bids to demo two of the homes were submitted, it was learned that asbestos inspections need to be completed on all three properties. 

Ward I Council member Don Ferguson also asked if there was another action to be take on a  house at 2215 Lane Street that was partially damaged by fire. Ferguson said he hates to have another empty lot and feels most of the house is still in good shape.

City Administrator  Gary Jorn said that nuisance abatement is the only process available to the City, noting the City cannot acquire someones personal property and sell it even though it is a nuisance.  

Ferguson is hopeful that a local realty company can contact the owner of the home and a buyer who will rehabilitate the home.

The other nuisance properties on the list at at 915 Wilson and 1023 Lane Street.