A SE Houston family claims a rotting city-owned tree fell on their home, despite prior warnings; Mayor Brandon Sakbun now considers legislative changes.
A family in SE Houston claims that a rotting, city-owned tree fell onto their home, causing significant damage. The family had warned officials about the tree for nearly a year, but no action was taken. Terre Haute Mayor Brandon Sakbun is now considering legislative changes to city standards, including reviewing building permits and examining if trees falling onto homes are an "act of god" or due to utility work.
April 18, 2024
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