Demolition by neglect at 402 Dousman Street
Summary
A historic Broadway-Dousman district building has been deteriorating for three years while window-replacement approvals expired without work. The commission's finding lets the city step in and stabilize the building — and the owner warned that a government action could complicate its sale to interested buyers.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
If the owner doesn't repair within 60 days, the city can pay for stabilization work itself.
Downtown preservation and anyone hoping to see the building redeveloped rather than razed.
The owner, who says a government action could chill interest from prospective buyers.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Landmarks Commission - Aug 19, 2026
A historic Broadway-Dousman district building has been deteriorating for three years while window-replacement approvals expired without work. The commission's finding lets the city step in and stabilize the building — and the owner warned that a government action could complicate its sale to interested buyers.
Landmarks Commission - Jun 17, 2026
The city is weighing a demolition-by-neglect declaration for a historic property at 402 Dousman Street — a tool that can force repairs or eventually allow demolition. Residents showed up to weigh in.
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