Demolition by neglect definition

Demolition by neglect means neglect in maintaining, repairing, or securing a resource that results in deterioration of an exterior feature of the resource or the loss of structural integrity of the resource.
Demolition by neglect means deterioration of the building to the extent that it creates or permits a hazardous or unsafe condition. Deterioration of exterior walls or other vertical supports, horizontal members, roofs, chimneys, exterior wall elements such as siding, wooden walls, brick, plaster or mortar to the extent that it adversely affects the character of the historic district or could reasonably lead to irreversible damage to the structure.
Demolition by neglect means neglect in maintaining, repairing, or securing a landmark that results in (i) loss of the character of a documented exterior architectural feature of the building or structure that contributes to its status as a landmark; (ii) deterioration of an exterior feature of the building or structure; or (iii) the loss of the structural integrity of the building or structure.

Examples of Demolition by neglect in a sentence

  • Demolition by neglect will bar a property owner from raising an economic hardship claim.

  • Demolition by neglect – The absence of routine maintenance and repair which can lead to a building’s or structure’s structural weakness, decay and deterioration resulting in its demolition.

  • Demolition by neglect and the failure to maintain an historic property or a structure in an historic district shall constitute a change for which a certificate of appropriateness is necessary.

  • Demolition by neglect includes leaving a building or structure open or vulnerable to vandalism or decay by the elements.

  • Demolition by neglect is specifically prohibited, and shall not be allowed as justification for removal of an original building.


More Definitions of Demolition by neglect

Demolition by neglect means any total or partial destruction of or damage to a structure or any portion thereof, due to the failure of the structure's owner(s) or lessee(s) to adequately maintain or repair the structure.
Demolition by neglect means the failure of a building owner to maintain a historic structure or a structure or improvements on a historic site or within a historic district in accordance with the standards of s. 275.32.
Demolition by neglect means the process in which the owner of a building or structure allows its ongoing deterioration over a period of time as a result of lack of maintenance, failure to secure it from pests or vandals, and/or failure to take reasonable measures to prevent ingress of water or wind through the roof, walls, or apertures, leading to deterioration and/or structural failure constituting a threat to public health and safety.
Demolition by neglect means neglect in maintaining, repairing, or securing a
Demolition by neglect means when a property is not maintained and is allowed to fall into a state of disrepair or property nuisance.
Demolition by neglect means the failure to provide ordinary and necessary maintenance and repair to an historic resource or historic resource within an historic district, whether such neglect is willful or not, on purpose or by design, by the owner or any party in possession of such a site, which results in any of the following conditions:
Demolition by neglect means imminent total or partial destruction of or damage to a historic structure or any portion thereof, due to the failure of the owner(s) to adequately maintain or repair the structure, excepting acts of God or natural or manmad e disasters. Exposure to the elements and seasonal weather shall not be considered an act of God or natural disaster.