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Building Standards Board approves demolition orders for multiple properties, tables one case, and adopts 2026 calendar

Corpus ChristiNov 20, 20252 min read

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At the November 20, 2025 Building Standards Board meeting, members approved absences and minutes, adopted the 2026 meeting calendar, and issued orders requiring owners to demolish several residential and accessory structures within 30 days (with city authorization to demolish if not completed). One property (5117 Margaret Ave) was tabled to January 2026. Staff reported the March 2026 meeting was canceled and that alternative abatement options remain under discussion.

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Approved absences for Chairman Solberg and Board Member Henderson from the September 25, 2025 meeting.
Approved minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting.
Approved the Building Standards Board 2026 calendar as presented by staff.
Ordered owner to demolish the residential and accessory structures at 1534 Dorado St within 30 days; if demolition is not started and completed as required, authorized the city to demolish (Case V244787-092424).
Ordered owner to demolish the residential and accessory structures at 1618 Harvard St within 30 days; if demolition is not started and completed as required, authorized the city to demolish (Case V255943-043025).
Ordered owner to demolish the residential structure at 2007 Howard St within 30 days; if demolition is not started and completed as required, authorized the city to demolish (Case V255554-042525).
Tabled the case for 5117 Margaret Ave to the January 2026 meeting at the owner representative's request (Case V254848-041025).
Ordered owner to demolish the accessory structure at 1908 Peabody Ave within 30 days; if demolition is not started and completed as required, authorized the city to demolish (Case V252204-021925). Vote: 4 Aye, 1 Nay.
Ordered owner to demolish the residential structure at 4425 Valdez Dr within 30 days; if demolition is not started and completed as required, authorized the city to demolish (Case V250886-013025).
Ordered owner to demolish the residential and accessory structures at 5453 Wharton St within 30 days; if demolition is not started and completed as required, authorized the city to demolish (Case V248998-121324).
Staff reported the March 2026 BSB meeting was canceled and noted ongoing discussions regarding alternate abatement options.

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