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Schoolhouse in Peril Amid Housing Plans | Kansas City News
The crumbling Swenson Schoolhouse in Osawatomie, Kansas, is sparking neighborhood outrage—and a tangled web of developer promises, denied tax credits, and unanswered safety concerns. Alcove Development, tied to a controversial data center project, bought the historic building with plans for affordable senior housing—but twice failed to secure crucial tax credits, citing lack of nearby amenities. Despite a past agreement requiring upkeep, maintenance stalled after the deal expired. Yet, the developer is pushing forward: they’ve already bought materials and hired a contractor to board up broken…
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