The crux of the debate centered on the accuracy and fairness of the board’s calculation method, with particular attention paid to whether appliances should be included in the square footage cost. There were also requests for additional information on how the board determines these costs. The possibility of another inspection surfaced due to concerns about incomplete information and documentation discrepancies.

The condition of the units on Magnolia Avenue and the necessity of certain repairs were scrutinized, touching upon the challenges of renovating an old building with unique field conditions like uneven floors and varying insulation requirements.

Despite the complexities and differing viewpoints, the board moved forward with a motion to uphold the determination of construction costs, allowing for the inspector to make alterations if deemed necessary following a roll call vote. This action set a precedent for handling similar cases in the future.