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Old 05-21-2012, 10:22 PM   #26
NuclearFart
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Originally Posted by taco.vidal View Post
A common problem in Calgary is that developers will tear down an old building and then not proceed re-developing the land. In my SW neighbourhood there are many lots where old homes were torn down and nothing but weeds have replaced the dwelling on the property. From what Ive read on the issue, I believe other cities require a re-development plan before you can tear down a building whereas Calgary does not.
Is a condemned derelict house somehow better? Maybe there should be some standards of upkeep for a vacant lot, but forcing the owner to keep a decaying building on the lot is stupid.
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