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Commission hears update on Second Avenue recovery, codes actions; calls for demolition-by-neglect tools
Summary
Commissioners and staff reviewed the status of buildings damaged in the Dec. 25, 2020 Second Avenue explosion, discussed rezoning to downtown code and codes department stabilization efforts for the Hooters and McFadden's buildings; no formal action was taken.
Commissioners received an informational update on the recovery and redevelopment of four buildings on Second Avenue that were heavily damaged by the Dec. 25, 2020 explosion, and discussed code enforcement, ownership disputes and possible policy tools to prevent demolition by neglect. Chair Stewart summarized that four buildings remain exposed to the weather and that Metro Codes has determined them to be safety hazards and is pursuing demolition or stabilization as needed. Planning staff and codes staff attended to answer questions; the packet included letters from Planning Director…
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