Demolition of 1945 Stetson University building at 635 Bert Fish Drive
Summary
Two pre-1950 buildings got demolition approval: a 1949 house on Clake Street and a 1945 Stetson University building on Bert Fish Drive. The city discourages demo without redevelopment plans, but approved both anyway.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct city cost; demolition is at the owners' expense.
The property owners — Stetson plans green space on Bert Fish Drive.
Historic preservation advocates lose two pre-1950 structures.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Commission - Jun 15, 2026
Two pre-1950 buildings got demolition approval: a 1949 house on Clake Street and a 1945 Stetson University building on Bert Fish Drive. The city discourages demo without redevelopment plans, but approved both anyway.
Historic Preservation Board - Jun 4, 2026
Stetson wants to tear down a 1945 building with no redevelopment plan, keeping the lot as green space. City rules discourage demolishing pre-1950 buildings without firm plans, so the board's recommendation matters for how downtown-adjacent historic fabric is treated.
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