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Birmingham commission declares 611 Elm Street a dangerous structure, orders demolition if owner does not act
Summary
After a contested public hearing, the City Commission declared 611 Elm Street (also listed as 635 Elm) unfit for human habitation for structural decay, mold and water damage and ordered the owner to demolish the building within 30 days or the city will complete demolition and place a lien for costs.
The Birmingham City Commission voted to declare the property at 611 Elm Street (also shown as 635 Elm) a dangerous structure and ordered the owner to demolish it within 30 days or face city-initiated demolition and a lien for costs. Building Official Jeff Silke presented a multi-year enforcement timeline and photos showing collapsing ceilings, standing water, mold and roof failures, and said the property has been under ongoing review since at least early 2024.
City Attorney Mary Kucera told the commission that the property violates Birmingham’s adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code (cited in the packet as section 115.15) and showed that notices of violation and follow-up…
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