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Fort Scott commission authorizes condemnation process for 118 East Wall; orders temporary street closure
Summary
The Fort Scott City Commission voted to begin condemnation proceedings for the unstable building at 118 East Wall, set a public hearing one week later, and directed staff to close the adjacent section of Wall Street to protect public safety.
The Fort Scott City Commission on Sept. 17 directed city staff to begin condemnation proceedings for the privately owned building at 118 East Wall and set a public hearing for one week later to consider possible repair or demolition.
The action follows a structural engineer's finding that the building's façade and party walls are failing and represent a public-safety risk. The commission also directed the city manager to close the segment of Wall Street adjacent to the property and place detour signage while the city pursues the condemnation and any necessary emergency work.
Why it matters: Commissioners and staff described the building as an immediate risk to pedestrians and vehicles. City staff said the façade was delaminating…
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