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Terrebonne Parish Council condemns fire‑damaged house at 306 Dewey Street, gives owner 30 days to comply
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After an inspection found the structure 'imminent danger' of collapse, the council voted unanimously to condemn 306 Dewey Street and give the owner 30 days to remove or remediate the property; parish staff said state grant money will cover demolition and debris removal.
The Terrebonne Parish Council voted unanimously to condemn a fire‑damaged structure at 306 Dewey Street and ordered the owner to clear or secure the property within 30 days.
Planning staff summarized inspections that marked the building as in 'imminent danger' following a fire earlier in March; a demolition permit was pulled by the property owner on March 20 but the council proceeded with the condemnation after the planning office recommended a 30‑day compliance window. Planning staff also told the council the parish had secured a state grant to cover the costs of removal and debris cleanup, meaning the owner would not be billed directly for demolition costs if the parish proceeds with the grant-funded action.
Jeffrey Slane, who identified himself as power of attorney for owner Arlene Slane, told the council he and his family lacked funds to demolish the house, described family conflict that has prevented repairs, and asked for help. Council members and staff urged him to pursue a restraining order to remove a family member from the property if necessary and promised follow‑up assistance from parish staff, including the parish attorney and planning staff.
Council member Carl Harding moved to condemn the structure and give the owner 30 days; the motion, seconded by Clayton Wasan, passed 9–0.
Next steps: parish staff said they will coordinate with the owner and provide contact information for resources and legal‑process guidance; the parish will also apply the grant funds to remove the structure if the owner does not act within the 30‑day period.
