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Council orders demolition of dwelling at 716 West 5th Street after code hearings
Summary
Following an inspection, notices and a hearing process, Council adopted an ordinance requiring demolition and removal of the dwelling at 716 West 5th Street (GPIN 5676‑61‑7132).
The Washington City Council adopted an ordinance on Nov. 14 requiring the demolition and removal of the dwelling located at 716 West 5th Street (GPIN 5676‑61‑7132) after city code officials found the property failed to meet minimum maintenance and safety standards.
The minutes record prior steps in the enforcement process: complaint and inspection on Aug. 2, 2023; notice of hearing mailed Aug. 3 and hearing held Aug. 31; order to correct issued Sept. 1 that expired Oct. 6. Staff presented findings that the property remained in violation and the council adopted the demolition ordinance by motion of Councilmember Lou Hodges, seconded by Councilmember William Pitt. The roll‑call vote recorded affirmative votes from the council.
Why it matters: Demolition orders reflect the city’s exercise of code‑enforcement authority to address structures judged dangerous or injurious to health and safety. The council’s action authorizes city staff to proceed with required removal following the ordinance’s procedures.
