Judge to decide fate of deteriorating house in West Goshen

Dated: March 13 2026

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A three-story fieldstone house at 905 Westtown Road in West Goshen with a private bridge and a stonemason barn has been deteriorating for more than 20 years and is now an “attractive nuisance” constituting a safety threat, according to court documents. The property owner, who purchased it in 2003, was found to have violated property maintenance codes in recent years. The property went into foreclosure and was listed for sheriff’s sale several times. In September, West Goshen officials submitted a 350-page petition to Chester County Court seeking conservatorship, arguing the house was neglected and in need of substantial rehabilitation. A judge approved the petition and appointed BDP Impact Real Estate as the conservator, which was tasked with creating a plan for abatement. Its final report will be heard in court on March 16, and the judge will determine what path should be followed, such as rehabilitation or demolition. To retain ownership, Kravitz can reimburse the conservator and pay a fee, township officials said.
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer; 2/24/2026 

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