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DeKalb extends demolition and asbestos-abatement contracts as part of anti-blight work

DeKalb County Planning, Economic Development and Community Services (PEX) Committee · March 10, 2026

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Summary

County staff asked the committee to extend three asbestos-abatement/demolition contracts and to continue using federal HUD-eligible funds for demolitions; staff described the in rem legal process, nine demolitions with final orders, and plans for additional solicitations this summer.

The committee heard a multi-part presentation from community-development staff on demolition and abatement contracts (agenda item 2026-0426). Staff asked the committee to extend three existing annual contracts for asbestos abatement, demolition and debris removal (Southern Demolition LLC; Kissimmee Construction Inc.; Diversified Environmental Management, Inc.) and to increase contract funds through Dec. 31,…

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