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Commission orders demolition or repairs for fire‑damaged commercial property at 1115 Bastrop Highway
Summary
Staff described an Nov. 9, 2022 fire and ongoing deterioration at a two‑story commercial property on Bastrop Highway; the commission adopted staff’s findings and ordered demolition/repair with a compliance timeline.
The Building and Standards Commission voted to adopt staff findings and order demolition or repairs for the commercial structure at 1115 Bastrop Highway after staff described extensive fire damage, missing meters and ongoing deterioration.
Willis Adams, an investigator with Austin Development Services, described the structure—formerly a nightclub—where a November 2022 fire damaged interior and roof areas. Adams said the property has been vacant for years, has missing electric meters and ongoing graffiti and debris, and that the owner had earlier indicated intent to demolish but had not yet applied for a demolition permit.
Staff urged the commission to adopt the proposed order requiring the owner to obtain permits, demolish fire‑damaged portions, remove debris and request inspections within 45 days; if compliance is not achieved, the code official may assess expenses, file a lien and authorize demolition at city expense.
The commission adopted staff recommendations on a roll call vote. Staff noted nearby homeless encampments and prior inspections by other investigators; the order mirrors other demolition/repair orders adopted the same evening for fire‑damaged properties.
Outcome: Motion to adopt staff findings and recommended order passed; staff to monitor permit submittals and compliance.
