Plans to renovate a longvacant building at 205 North Marietta Street are moving forward through a tax abatement supporting a $158,250 redevelopment project.The Excelsior Springs City Council approved the project — which includes a redevelopment agreement and Chapter 353 tax abatement for the property — during a recent meeting. The improvements are intended to renovate the existing structure for future use, with work focused on both exterior upgrades and interior remodeling.The project was submitted by property owners Rocky and Christa McLaughlin.Neighborhood Specialist Laura Mize presented the application, explaining the project involves improvements to the structure located at 205 North Marietta Street, commonly known as the former machine shop building.“This project consists of repairing and replacing stucco, trim, windows, gutters, an awning and paint to the exterior of the structure,” said Miz...