Joplin Building Board of Appeals Meeting – April 24, 2026

The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM at City Hall. Roll call was taken; members present were Mr. Brown, Mr. Windsor, Mr. Duncan, and Mrs. Harrington. Mr. Wicklin was excused. The minutes of the March 2026 meeting were approved unanimously. The next regular meeting was scheduled for May 22, 2026. The board thanked former member Mr. O'Brien for his service.

Consent Calendar

• Mr. Wicklin excused (motion by Mrs. Herrington, seconded by Mr. Windsor, voice vote unanimous).
• March meeting minutes approved (motion by Mr. Windsor, seconded by Mr. Brown, unanimous).

Discussion Items

• 3104 – 1909 West 15th Street: The owner reported progress on rough-in plumbing and roofing, with electrical not yet started. The property is partially sided. Continued to May 22, 2026 for progress report and possible demolition hearing.
• 3112 – 2408 West Fourth Street: No owner appeared. The property is listed for sale; the city contacted the listing agent. Some exterior repairs were made but significant work remains. This item has been on the agenda 12 times (over a year). Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3117 – 2448 South Roosevelt: Owner Ryan reported windows installed and roofing scheduled. Progress is quick; the board granted a 60-day extension to June 26, 2026.
• 3120 – 530 East 7th Street: No owner appeared. The property has had a roof collapse; the owner has been working on clearing it and may demolish it. Continued to May 22, 2026. Later, an email was read indicating the owner has utility sign-offs and is ready for the next step (likely demolition permit).
• 3121 – 714 East Hill: Owner reported progress on electrical and framing; windows were purchased. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3122 – 230 South Oak: No owner present. Photographs showed significant decay on the rim joist. The owner has a building permit (issued July 2025, valid one year) and is aware of the issue. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3133 – 921 West Fifth Street: The property was previously owned by HUD; sold to a new owner as of April 23, 2026. The board delayed action to allow the new owner to contact the city. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3134 – 2705 South Virginia: Owner not present. All windows replaced; multiple offers on the property. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3141 – 2402 South Alabama: Same owner as 3134. Property under contract, closing April 28, 2026. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3142 – 723 South Roosevelt: Owner not present. City inspector had met with owner; interior demolition underway, concrete pad removed. Permit approved but not yet picked up. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3143 – 1334 South Roosevelt: Property owner Carrie Bollinger (formerly Steer) appeared. She requested time to sell the two lots or arrange private demolition. The board explained options including city demolition with a tax lien or a quit claim deed to the city. The property has been vacant for years, is unsecured, and has had vandalism. Continued to May 22, 2026 for her to decide.
• 3144 – 712 East Pool: A buyer appeared who is under contract to purchase the property (closing April 30, 2026). He plans to obtain a permit and rehab or rent/sell. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3145 – 122 North Maple: Demolition completed. Released from the board's agenda (motion carried).
• 3148 – 1716 West A Street: City spoke with the owner; they may pull a demolition permit. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3149 – 929 South Roosevelt: New owner James Heron (J&J Investments) purchased the property and, after a site consultation, is likely to demolish. Continued to May 22, 2026.

Demolition Hearings (Formal Proceedings)

Three properties were set for formal dangerous building hearings. City witness Shelley Dulleson, a dangerous building inspector, testified to each property's condition, title, notice attempts, and legal publication. Board found each property dangerous under Joplin Code of Ordinances Chapter 26, Sections 26-612 (various subsections) and ordered demolition.

• 3146 – 1610 South Missouri: Owner Manuel Gomez could not be contacted. Conditions included a decaying porch, collapsing roof, rotted soffits, missing siding, no utilities. Ordered demolished (unanimous). Motion cited subsections 3, 4, 7, 10, 11, and 15.
• 3147 – 2029 South Byers Avenue: Owner Everett Stiver could not be contacted. Conditions: rotting roof, crumbling foundation and steps, broken chimney, boarded windows, no utilities. Ordered demolished (unanimous). The motion cited subsections 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 15, and 17; the seconding motion cited 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 11, 15, 17 (a minor discrepancy).
• 3150 – 2027 South Bird Avenue: Owner Forrest Maloney could not be contacted. Conditions: rotting porch, inadequate roof, rotted window sills and soffits, trash and refuse, no utilities. Ordered demolished including outbuildings (unanimous). Motion cited subsections 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, and 15.

New Business

• 3151 – 211 North Oak Avenue: Property posted in 2025; vacant and open to elements. No owner response. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3152 – 614 South Moffitt Avenue: Structure discovered after a neighboring fire; illegal occupancy, generator running, burglary reported, stop-work order issued. Continued to May 22, 2026.
• 3153 – 226 South Walnut Avenue: Neighbor reported the property; back porch collapsed, structure otherwise secure but no owner response. Continued to May 22, 2026.

Key Outcomes

• Demolition ordered: 1610 South Missouri, 2029 South Byers, 2027 South Bird (all unanimous).
• Released from agenda: 122 North Maple (demolished).
• Continued to May 22, 2026: Items 3104, 3112, 3120, 3121, 3122, 3133, 3134, 3141, 3142, 3143, 3144, 3148, 3149, 3151, 3152, 3153 (all with progress report and possible demolition hearing).
• Continued to June 26, 2026: Item 3117 (2448 South Roosevelt) granted 60-day extension due to rapid progress.
• Notice provision: Owners of properties with new ownership (921 W 5th, 2402 S Alabama, 929 S Roosevelt) will be contacted; the city will send letters to ensure compliance.
• Next meeting: May 22, 2026.