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502 Newark Street case remains unresolved as owner seeks demolition help
Summary
Staff told the commission that the owner of 502 Newark Street (Case 3347) has struggled to fund demolition but believes an organization may assist; staff requested more time and will return the case to the agenda for an update or action on May 18, 2026 if unresolved.
Staff updated the Building Standards Commission on 502 Newark Street (code case 3347), saying the owner has made limited progress securing demolition assistance because of cost. Staff said the owner told inspectors she had spoken with potential helpers and "believes would help to do the demolition," and staff requested more time to allow that process to proceed.
Staff said the ownership and encumbrance report is now in the office and that the case is proposed for the May 18, 2026 agenda for action if the structure is not demolished or the condition not corrected. The commission did not take further action at this meeting and staff will provide a future update.
