News Flash

News Releases

Posted on: September 21, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 9/21/2023

In an on-going effort to keep our downtown businesses, residents and visitors informed as to the latest status of the West Main Street closure, we are providing a weekly update each Wednesday until the Cherry Street to Plum Street block is opened back up to vehicles.

CURRENT STATUS AS OF ABOVE DATE

It has been 89 days since West Main Street between Plum and Cherry Streets was closed due to the grave concerns of collapse of the Tavern Building. It has been 34 days since the Common Pleas Court-appointed Structural Engineer inspected the building and 10 days since his report was released on Monday September 11, 2023. A lawyers’ conference has been set by the Judge for tomorrow at 1 p.m. to discuss next steps.

OTHER HIGHLIGHTS

On Monday, September 11, 2023, Miami County Prosecutor Anthony Kendell, on behalf of Miami County Chief Building Official (CBO) Rob England, filed a Merit Brief with the Court of Appeals Second Appellate District. The Brief requested that the Appeals Court vacate the Common Pleas court order requiring the property owner to repair the northern wall of the Tavern Building, arguing that it was made in error and was an abuse of discretion. The Brief argues that Section 109.4 of the Ohio Building Code requires demolition where the CBO has declared it a serious hazard, even if vacant and that the Common Pleas Court lacked any discretion in the matter. The Appeals Court has not yet acted upon that Merit Brief.

On Tuesday, September 19, 2023, the Troy Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) dismissed an appeal by Evil Empire LLC and Cheryl Cheadle. That appeal concerned the certification executed by Fire Chief Matt Simmons and CBO England wherein they declared the building at 112-118 West Main Street to be unsafe, dangerous and a public safety concern requiring its demolition. The BZA determined that since the certification was not made by the Zoning Administrator, the BZA lacks jurisdiction under the City’s ordinances to hear the appeal.

BACKGROUND

On June 16, 2023 the Miami County/Troy Chief Building Official (CBO), his Structural Engineer, as well as the Troy Fire Chief and Assistant Chiefs conducted an on-site inspection of the building located at 112-118 West Main Street, also known as the Tavern Building. As a result of that inspection, the CBO’s Structural Engineer determined “the possibility of collapse of the northern wall of this structure is a grave concern…it is obvious that this structure is beyond reasonable repair and should be demolished due to it being a safety concern for human life and potential damage to adjacent structures.”

Based on that report, the Miami County Prosecutor filed a court motion requesting the Judge to order the building demolished. The CBO and Fire Chief also certified “…that the demolition of [The Tavern Building] is required by public safety because of unsafe or dangerous conditions.” On June 24th, the City installed barricades at the intersections of West Main Street between Cherry and Plum Streets. That section of West Main Street remains closed to vehicular traffic, as well as to pedestrian traffic in front of the Tavern Building.

CONTACT

The City of Troy is committed to providing up-to-the-minute information regarding this unfortunate issue and will be monitoring its status and will post updates on our social media and websites. Contact (937) 335-1725 if questions.

Facebook Twitter Email

Other News in News Releases

whatsupintroy-default

Comprehensive Plan Survey

Posted on: October 25, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

"Look Who Is Recycling" Award Winner

Posted on: November 7, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 11/1/2023

Posted on: November 1, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 10/26/2023

Posted on: October 26, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Dye Mill Road Last Day for Operation

Posted on: October 23, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 10/21/2023

Posted on: October 21, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 10/12/2023

Posted on: October 12, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 10/6/2023

Posted on: October 6, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Ridge Avenue Tree Planting to Begin

Posted on: October 5, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 9/11/2023

Posted on: September 11, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 9/6/2023

Posted on: September 6, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 8/30

Posted on: August 30, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Beautification Award Winners Announced

Posted on: August 18, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 8/17/2023

Posted on: August 17, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

West Main Closure Update - 8/16/2023

Posted on: August 16, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 8/9/2023

Posted on: August 9, 2023

West Main Closure Update - 8/3/2023

Posted on: August 3, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

West Main Street Closure Update 7/26

Posted on: July 26, 2023

West Main Street Closure Update 7/19

Posted on: July 19, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

West Main Street Closure Update 7/12

Posted on: July 12, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

West Main Detour

Posted on: June 24, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Changes to Dye Mill Road Policy

Posted on: May 15, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

2023 Paving Program Underway

Posted on: May 3, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Refuse Rate Update

Posted on: April 25, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

112-118 West Main Street Update

Posted on: April 18, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

New Police Department Patch

Posted on: April 11, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

112-118 West Main Street Updates

Posted on: March 29, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Fire Department Promotions Announced

Posted on: March 29, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Tavern Building Court Decision

Posted on: March 24, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Springtime Maintenance Reminders

Posted on: March 15, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

DORA Amendment Approved

Posted on: March 13, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Police Promotions Announced

Posted on: March 13, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Ballfield Improvements Unveiled

Posted on: March 10, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Park Department receives canopy grant

Posted on: February 24, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Dye Mill Compost Facility to Open

Posted on: February 17, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Electric Aggregation Pricing

Posted on: February 9, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Municipal Income Tax Information

Posted on: January 30, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Recycling Award Winner Announced

Posted on: January 18, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Committee of the Whole DORA Discussion

Posted on: January 10, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Amended DORA Application Presentation

Posted on: January 10, 2023
whatsupintroy-default

Amended DORA Application Submitted

Posted on: December 29, 2022
whatsupintroy-default

Robinson Reserve Fund Plants Trees

Posted on: December 19, 2022
whatsupintroy-default

Winter Weather Treatment Information

Posted on: December 1, 2022
whatsupintroy-default

Float Troy receives MCVCB Tourism Grant

Posted on: December 1, 2022
whatsupintroy-default

Troy PD Offers Drug Takeback Box

Posted on: October 10, 2022
IMG_4483

Fire Station 11 Now Active

Posted on: August 12, 2022
whatsupintroy-default

Memorial Day Celebration

Posted on: May 27, 2022
whatsupintroy-default

2022 Paving Program Approved by Council

Posted on: February 23, 2022
whatsupintroy-default

2021 Municipal Income Tax Information

Posted on: January 11, 2022
whatsupintroy-default

The City of Troy Hires Assistant Director

Posted on: December 29, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

City Council Swearings-In Set

Posted on: December 22, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Troy DORA Set to Launch

Posted on: November 18, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Groundbreaking Set for Robinson Reserve

Posted on: November 9, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Ward Realignment Approved

Posted on: November 3, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Cold Weather Fire Safety

Posted on: October 29, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Riverside Drive Reopened

Posted on: October 21, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Fire Stations to be Renumbered

Posted on: October 15, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

2021 Leaf Pickup Schedule -- Round 1

Posted on: September 15, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Cemetery Fall Cleanup

Posted on: September 2, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Labor Day Closings

Posted on: August 31, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Troy Mayor's Concert Announced

Posted on: July 2, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

2021 Paving Program to Begin

Posted on: May 29, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Troy DORA Approved for 2021

Posted on: April 1, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Tax Deadline Extended to May 17

Posted on: March 24, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

Dye Mill Road Facility to Reopen

Posted on: February 26, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

2020 Income Tax Information

Posted on: January 21, 2021
whatsupintroy-default

2021 All-Funds Budget Approved

Posted on: December 8, 2020
Grand Illumination Full Color_Fuzzy ss

Holiday Lighting 2020

Posted on: November 10, 2020
whatsupintroy-default

Fire Department Concept Drawings Review

Posted on: October 27, 2020
whatsupintroy-default

Troy Fire Awarded FEMA Grant

Posted on: October 20, 2020
whatsupintroy-default

Troy Fire approved for TechCred grant

Posted on: October 8, 2020
United Way 211 Troy Ohio

Miami County United Way launches 211

Posted on: September 23, 2020
whatsupintroy-default

Waite Promoted to Sergeant

Posted on: September 21, 2020
whatsupintroy-default

Repaving Project Underway

Posted on: July 27, 2020