Development News for Abilene, Texas

Demolition Ordered for Inherited Property at 1274 Portland Avenue as Heirs Relinquish Responsibility

The Board of Building Standards ordered the demolition of the property at 1274 Portland Avenue, case number 26-001752. The owners are deceased, and all three heirs have stated they do not want any involvement with the property and agree it should be demolished. The property was condemned after a code inspection warrant revealed severe clutter, preventing access to much of the house. The order allows 30 days for appeal before the city proceeds with demolition.

Owner Ordered to Develop Repair Plan for 401 Delaware Road Property

The Board of Building Standards ordered the owner of 401 Delaware Road, case number 26-000200, to repair the structure within 30 days, provide a plan of action with timeframes and cost estimates, and obtain all necessary permits. The property is currently zoned for multi-density residential use (MD), which allows for up to 12 units per acre. The owner, Brokerage House Incorporated, is considering demolition due to significant repair costs, including approximately $32,000 for electrical repairs and asbestos testing. The owner has expressed financial constraints and confusion regarding the process.

Demolition Ordered for Hoarded and Unclaimed Property at 5333 Lano Street

The Board of Building Standards ordered the demolition of the property at 5333 Lano Street, case number 26-001751, due to it being a public nuisance and hazard. The owner and a 'care of' contact are deceased, and no heirs have been located. The property has a history of code cases going back several years, and the interior is severely hoarded, preventing full access. The board's order requires demolition or appeal within 30 days, after which the city may proceed with demolition.

Demolition Ordered for Hazardous Property at 742 North 13th Street

The Board of Building Standards ordered the demolition of a property at 742 North 13th Street, case number 24-001274, due to it being a public nuisance and a hazard. The owner was ordered to demolish or appeal within 30 days, or the city would demolish it. The property had numerous code violations including structural hazards, inadequate sanitation, and hazardous electrical wiring. It was previously tabled due to the owner needing to address zoning issues and the property being subject to vagrant activity and break-ins.