Commission designates 302 South Lane substandard, gives owners 90 days with permit stipulation
Jun 15, 2026
The Decatur Building Standards Commission found 302 South Lane a substandard structure because of unpermitted electrical, plumbing and structural work and concealed fire damage, and approved a 90-day repair timeline that requires permit applications and contractors to be in place by the next meeting.
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The Decatur Building Standards Commission voted to designate 302 South Lane a substandard structure after staff presented evidence of unpermitted electrical and plumbing work, added second-floor living space without structural review, and concealed fire damage that staff said was covered with spray-foam insulation.
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