Administrative delays, code violations persisted leading up to Tri-Frat fire

Administrative delays, code violations persisted leading up to Tri-Frat fire

DeKALB – A fire during Christmas week in 2024 at the Tri-Frat apartment buildings has exposed persistent fire code violations and administrative delays at the buildings, leading to questions regarding whether enough is being done to ensure public safety.  On Dec. 22, a fire broke out at 1024 W. Hillcrest Drive. In the aftermath of the fire, the building had to be demolished because it was deemed uninhabitable.  According to DeKalb Fire Chief Mik…