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Board approves demolition of old Shasta County courthouse, keeps options for future park or parking
Summary
After months of study, the Board voted 4‑1 to demolish the vacant old courthouse building and begin the environmental and demolition work; supervisors directed staff to explore grant funding and return with options for future use of the site.
The Shasta County Board of Supervisors voted 4‑1 on March 18 to demolish the long‑vacant old courthouse campus and begin the environmental and procurement steps needed for demolition, while reserving time to decide what should replace the building.
Public Works Director Troy Bartolome told the board demolition options ranged from a full teardown and new parking (estimated demolition cost about $5.3 million) to partial demolition to preserve a front portion of the structure (a more expensive redevelopment option estimated around $17.5 million). Bartolome said leaving the building standing while officials decide its future costs the county an estimated $15,000–$20,000 per…
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