The SD Supreme Court handed down one decision this morning, holding inter alia:

1. New Exterior for Deadwood’s Gunslinger Saloon Denied

KIRWAN v. CITY OF DEADWOOD, 2023 S.D. 20: Owner of the Gunslinger Saloon in Deadwood renovated the exterior of the building without first seeking approval from the Historic Deadwood Commission.  After the fact, owner sought permission and was denied by the Commission because the new look was not consistent with the original 1879 appearance that was sought to be preserved.  The Commission also ordered the Owner to remove the new façade.  The Circuit Court affirmed the Commission.  This decision affirms the Circuit Court’s ruling.  The decision is unanimous, with opinion authored by Justice Salter.

This decision may be accessed at

http://ujs.sd.gov/Supreme_Court/opinions.aspx .