Decatur Building Standards Commission approves demolition order for 2705 West Walnut

Jan 21, 2026

The Decatur Building Standards Commission voted unanimously to authorize the city to demolish a substandard structure at 2705 West Walnut after staff reported no corrective work despite repeated notices; the owner’s family says they will try to act before the city proceeds.

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The Decatur Building Standards Commission voted unanimously to approve an order authorizing the city to demolish a substandard structure at 2705 West Walnut.

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