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​Most people know the unfortunate story of 3619 Humphrey.

The property had been vacant since 1996. The previous owner was a hoarder and an absentee neighbor who refused to maintain the home, leading to extensive deterioration. The Tower Grove Community Development Corporation (TGCDC), with assistance from Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, successfully sued the owner ​t​o initiate stabilization work. A special thanks to City Building Inspector, Eric Fogleman, for his persistent work to flag violations which helped in the lawsuit.

Water damage and the weight of stored debris caused the two rear floors to collapse. After contacting multiple contractors and after he initially declined the offer to bid, Rich Wurm at CREW Construction agreed to stabilize the difficult project. After approximately 9 months of construction, we completed the following structural work:

​- Extensive Clean Out (18 dumpsters!!!)

- Reconstruction of the rear 20 feet on two floors.

- Rebuilding the roof structure and installation of a new TPO roof by Meyers Roofing.

- Completion of necessary masonry work.

The property is now structurally sound and ready for full rehabilitation. It has been sold to City Restoration & Revival, LLC to complete the redevelopment.

Tower Grove CDC takes immense pride in addressing the most challenging vacant and nuisance property situations in St. Louis City.

Specifically, "But For" Tower Grove CDC and Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, this property would have continued to deplete valuable City government resources, decrease property values for adjacent neighbors, and reduce the quality of life for residents.

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The Poplar Street Bridge Complex at northbound Interstate 55 is closed due to a crash involving a semi-truck that ran off the roadway, and is expected to last 2 to 3 hours.