Homeowners are fed up with how Dallas is handling demolition permits, claiming the city's data is off and they're fighting back against City Hall's decisions. It's a battle over whether the city is being transparent and fair when it comes to tearing down buildings.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 90 before that.
Demolition costs are borne by the applicant; potential future development costs will vary.
Property owners can remove dilapidated or non-contributing structures; the city can address safety hazards.
The demolition of any structure, even noncontributing, results in the loss of built fabric.
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'Something's wrong with these numbers': Dallas residents push back on City Hall demolition Dallas News