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Board approves demolition of collapsed foundation at Eighth and Lovett; cites drowning hazard
Summary
The Demolition Board authorized demolition of a deteriorated foundation at a vacant lot on West Eighth Street and Lovett Place after officials reported roughly 3 feet of standing water in the foundation and public-health concerns about mosquitoes and drowning risk.
The City of Lorraine Demolition Board of Appeals voted to demolish the remaining foundation at the vacant property on West Eighth Street and Lovett Place, citing standing water in the foundation and a public-safety risk to neighborhood children.
Building-department staff said the lot, owned by Ralph and Catherine Brenner, is vacant and had no property taxes owed. Photos and testimony showed high grass and approximately 3 feet of standing water in the…
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