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Fort Smith board approves emergency demolition for three dilapidated properties
Summary
The Board of Directors voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance ordering demolition of three unsafe structures—3301 Neese Street, 407 N. 17th Street and 920 N. 10th Street—and discussed ongoing efforts to address dozens more blighted properties across the city.
The Board of Directors of the City of Fort Smith on Tuesday adopted an emergency ordinance authorizing the city administrator to demolish three dilapidated structures at 3301 Neese Street, 407 North 17th Street and 920 North 10th Street, and voted to pursue demolition actions on additional unsafe properties.
City staff said the measure responds to long-running code-enforcement cases and recent safety incidents. Sean Garner, a city staff member presenting the item, said the city is seeking authorization this year to remove 43 structures identified as deteriorated, unsafe or producing repeated complaints. “This evening, I have 43 structures that I'm seeking approval for for demolition action due to the deteriorating, dilapidated, and unsafe conditions,”…
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