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Demolition of Abandoned Property at 790 Dodge Road

Town of Amherst

Summary

The town is moving forward with demolishing a severely damaged and abandoned property on Dodge Road that has become a haven for squatters, rodents, and fire hazards.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
0

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 14, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Demolition costs will be charged back to the property owner via tax liens, adding to existing back taxes of over $23,000.

✅Who benefits

Nearby residents who will no longer have to deal with blight, safety risks, and wildlife infestations.

⚠️Who could be affected

The property owner, who faces loss of the structures and mounting municipal liens.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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