Lorain demolition board finds two properties nuisances, approves stays and removals for several others

The Lorain Demolition Board of Appeals on June 18 found that two properties on East 20 Eighth Street are public nuisances and voted to place them on the city’s demolition list, while approving stays, continuances and removals for several other properties after hearing inspector reports and owner updates.

The board found 2076 East 20 Eighth Street to be a health and structural nuisance after inspectors reported the building was heavily water-damaged, full of stored material that prevented full inspection, extensive mold growth and repeated vandalism; the board voted to place the property on the demolition list. Inspectors said 2076 was vacant and that repair costs likely exceed 50% of value. The finding followed a motion approved by voice vote.

The board also placed 1965 East 20 Eighth Street on the demolition list. Inspectors described extensive exterior and structural degradation of a sheet-metal building, disabled vehicles and scrap materials on site, and said repair costs exceed 50% of value. The motion to find 1965 East 20 Eighth Street a nuisance and place it on the demolition list carried by voice vote.

Separately, the board granted a stay of demolition for 446 Delaware Avenue after owner Tristan Kidd…