What’s going on with that eyesore gas station on Auburn Blvd?

By Mike Hazlip—
Plans to renovate a long-shuttered gas station at 8244 Auburn Blvd. are currently pending approval from several county departments, a representative for the property said this week.

The Sentinel previously reported that the property was taken off the market in July to conduct repair work. Property representative Moe Alnaggar said he was still early in the permit process at the time.

In a phone call with The Sentinel Thursday, Alnaggar said he is now waiting on Sacramento County Environmental Management Department and the Health Department for approval. He said the county asked for adjustments to the plans that were initially submitted last October.

Working with the fire department and the City of Citrus Heights has gone smoothly, according to Alnaggar who is eager to make progress on the project citing problems with homelessness, drug use, and vandalism at the site. City spokeswoman Nichole Baxter confirmed on Monday that the site is pending approval from the county.

The property has long-been a source of complaints from residents for bringing a blighted appearance to the high-traffic boulevard. Alnaggar said he understands residents concern about the property and hopes to open a new gas station once the required plans and permits are approved.

Commercial real estate listing site LoopNet had previously listed the 1,664-square-foot single-story building for sale last year. The property type was listed as retail, service station.