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Demolition orders approved for six properties

Corpus ChristiMay 28, 20262 min read

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The Building Standards Board ordered owners to demolish six unsafe structures in Corpus Christi within 30 days, with city demolition authority if they do not comply.

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The board approved demolition orders for six properties found to be in violation of the city code: 5117 Margaret Ave., 4529 Barrera Dr., 1914 Delgado St., 4428 Leopard St., 842 Oak Park Ave., and 909 Parkers Alley. In each case, the owner was given 30 days to start and finish demolition. If the work is not done on time, the city can carry out the demolition itself.

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Approved the minutes from the April 2, 2026 meeting.
Approved the listed absences.
Ordered demolition within 30 days for 5117 Margaret Ave., with city demolition allowed if the owner does not comply.
Ordered demolition within 30 days for 4529 Barrera Dr., with city demolition allowed if the owner does not comply.
Ordered demolition within 30 days for 1914 Delgado St., with city demolition allowed if the owner does not comply.
Ordered demolition within 30 days for 4428 Leopard St., with city demolition allowed if the owner does not comply.
Ordered demolition within 30 days for 842 Oak Park Ave., with city demolition allowed if the owner does not comply.
Ordered demolition within 30 days for 909 Parkers Alley, with city demolition allowed if the owner does not comply.

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May 28, 2026, 6:30 PMCity Hall, Council Chambers.completed

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The Building Standards Board hears cases involving buildings that are dilapidated, substandard, or unfit for human habitation and a hazard to public health, safety, and welfare. The Board may issue an order to demolish, vacate, relocate occupants, repair, and/or secure premises.
Call To Order/Roll Call
Public Comment: None.
Approval of Absences: Board Member Pena, Ewing,and Clark (4.2.2025 special meeting)
Approval of Minutes: April 2, 2026
Building Standards Board Meeting Minutes DRAFT 4.2.2026
BSB Property Status: No action required.
BSB Property Spreadsheet
Emergency Demolition Status: No action required.
Emergency Demolition Spreadsheet
Public Hearings: The Board will hear the following cases concerning alleged violations under Chapter 13 of the Corpus Christi Code of Ordinances and may issue an order to demolish, vacate, relocate occupants, repair, and/or secure the premises. (Items A & B)
Old Business for Discussion and Possible Action
Case Number: V254848-041025 Property Address: 5117 Margaret Ave. Staff Recommendation: Demolition of Residential and Accessory Structure
New Business for Discussion and Possible Action
Case Number: V261437-070825 Property Address: 4529 Barrera Dr. Staff Recommendation: Demolition of Residential & Accessory Structure(s) (A & B)
Case Number: V261393-070825 Property Address: 1914 Delgado St. Staff Recommendation: Demolition of Residential Structure
Case Number: V263207-073025 Property Address: 4428 Leopard St. Staff Recommendation: Demolition of Commercial Building
Case Number: V262413-071825 Property Address: 842 Oak Park Ave. Staff Recommendation: Demolition of Residential & Accessory Structure(s) (A & B)
Case Number: V257839-052225 Property Address: 909 Parkers Alley Staff Recommendation: Demolition of Residential Structure
Staff Reports
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Adjournment
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Jessica Martinez at 361-826-3202 or jessicam2@corpuschristitx.gov, no later than 48 hours prior to this meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Demolition orders approved for six properties

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