The San Antonio Building Standards Board convened on June 5, 2025, to address several properties deemed unsafe and in need of demolition. The meeting began with a motion regarding the property located at 5522 Gavilane Drive, also known as 5642 Oak Hillsaw Road. A board member proposed that the property be demolished within 30 days of the order's issuance, ensuring that it is cleared of trash and debris. This motion was seconded and passed unanimously with a vote of 5-0.
Following this, the board moved on to discuss the property at 3511 El Paso Street. Bergarian Bledsoe, a dangerous premises officer, presented the case, noting that this was the first time the property had been reviewed by the board. The owner, Jose Castro, was present at the meeting. Bledsoe confirmed that the property was not eligible for historic designation and outlined the timeline of notifications sent to the owner regarding the hearing. Despite the notifications, no evidence of a plan for remediation or permits had been submitted by the owner.
The board's discussions highlighted the ongoing efforts to address unsafe structures in San Antonio, emphasizing the importance of maintaining community safety and compliance with city codes. The meeting concluded with a clear directive for the demolition of the discussed properties, reinforcing the board's commitment to upholding building standards in the city.