‘The city ought to do the right thing’ | Property owners say city demolitions damaged their buildings – then their claims were denied

TOLEDO, Ohio — When the city of Toledo tears down vacant and dangerous houses, the goal is to make neighborhoods safer.

But multiple property owners tell 11 Investigates the city’s demolition program has left them with damaged homes, denied claims and repair bills they say they should not have to pay.

11 Investigates has shared the stories of several homeowners and property owners who say neighboring demolitions damaged their houses, fences, windows, roofs or yards…

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