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Committee considers a demolition fee to fund historic preservation and resiliency; staff to return with options
Summary
The Land Use and Sustainability Committee considered establishing a demolition‑fee charged when more than 50% of a single‑family home is demolished and directed staff to return with more detailed options, including sliding scales and allocation of proceeds.
City staff and stakeholders debated a proposed demolition fee for single‑family dwellings and asked for additional analysis before final action.
The administration presented a draft ordinance that would create a flat demolition fee applied prospectively when more than 50% of a single‑family structure is being demolished. Staff said the fee would initially be collected as an additional charge on demolition permits and would be placed into a…
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