Louisville woman’s bricks sold after city demolition — she got a $28,000 bill instead

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) — After a fire destroyed her home and the city ordered it demolished, Stacy Johnson watched as thousands of her bricks were hauled away and sold. She received no payment. Instead, Louisville sent her a $28,000 demolition bill.

The fire and the demolition

Johnson’s home caught fire in August 2024. Louisville arson investigators determined the fire started at a neighboring property and spread to Johnson’s home. The neighbor’s insurance company denied responsibility…

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