Friday, October 30, 2026

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Kirby Mansion demolition halted over missing permit in Houston

Demolition of the Kirby Mansion at 2000 Smith St. began Friday morning, Oct. 30, 2026, but was stopped by the city later that day because the demolition contractor lacked a required demolition permit. The approximately…

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