The City of Boulder has issued a closure notice for the Ash House, a student apartment building, after discovering that the property owner added 15 unauthorized bedrooms, leading to safety concerns. Approximately 60 students were given only hours to vacate, with 13 needing to find new permanent housing. The property owner, 891 12th St LLC, faces potential legal action and must revert the building to its originally permitted condition. City officials emphasized that safety is the priority, citing serious violations that pose immediate risks. Legal assistance is being provided to the affected students as they navigate this sudden displacement. A court hearing is scheduled to review the city’s motion to dissolve a temporary order halting the closure process.