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Council hearing finds no feasible alternative, authorizes findings for demolition in Sherman Historic District

Sioux Falls City Council · August 7, 2024
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Summary

After a hearing, the City Council determined there is no feasible and prudent alternative to demolishing four derelict homes in the Sherman Historic District and authorized the city attorney to draft written findings for review on Aug. 20. Planning staff described severe deterioration and board approvals for redevelopment.

The City Council held a quasi-judicial hearing on a proposal to demolish four homes in the Sherman Historic District and determined, by majority action at the hearing, that there was no feasible and prudent alternative to demolition.

City Planning evelopment Services staff described the properties as long-vacant, boarded and deteriorated, with evidence of trespass, mold and…

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