One of the ugliest buildings in Reno-Sparks could be replaced. The other has remained a community staple since 2000.

Reno is full of historic buildings that recall the Old West and the city’s role in Nevada’s casino boom.

From the Fleischmann Planetarium to the Lake Mansion to the Silver Legacy, Reno is full of buildings unique in architecture and history. But not every structure is a winner.

A July survey from the New Jersey Real Estate Network listed two Reno-Sparks sites among the nation’s “ugliest” public buildings .

"These aren't tourist sites or architectural darlings — they're everyday buildings people interact with when paying a bill, contesting a fine or renewing a license," read a blog post from the network. "They're workhorses, not showpieces."

"But as this survey makes c

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