Section 7.22 Dangerous Buildings—Administrative Enforcement

• Library: Local Government Deskbook (2017 Ed.)

VII. (§7.22) Dangerous Buildings—Administrative Enforcement

Sections 67.400–67.450, RSMo 2016, provide for mandatory demolition or repair of buildings or structures that “are detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of the residents and declared to be a public nuisance.” Section 67.400, RSMo 2016.

An ordinance adopted in accordance with this authority must contain certain procedures and safeguards including adequate notice and a full hearing. See:

· Arbogast v. City of St. Louis, 285 S.W.3d 790 (Mo. App. E.D. 2009) (inadequate notice)

· Goe v. City of Mexico, 64 S.W.3d 836 (Mo. App. E.D. 2001) (lack of full administrative hearing)

· Vill. of Blodgett v. Rhymer, 279 S.W.3d 242 (Mo. App. S.D. 2009) (defective hearing)

· Woodson v. City of Kansas City, 80 S.W.3d 6 (Mo. App. W.D. 2002) (specific findings required)

An appeal under the provisions of Chapter 536, RSMo, is also authorized. Section 67.430, RSMo 2016. In Wrenn v. City of Kansas City, 908 S.W.2d 747 (Mo. App...