The letter says it all: bought with the intent to demolish. The owner of this historic home on Ionia has other options as opposed to requesting a demolition. The home can be donated to a non-profit, sold to another party willing to restore, or mothballed by the current owner and rehabbed. We value our old homes and are able to see beyond "ugly." It is imperative that you, our preservation commission, see the potential in this home and stand strong with us in preservation. This place matters.