Over the weekend of May 18/19, 2024, the roof on 405 7th Avenue South, owned by the City, unexpectedly partially collapsed. The building was posted against trespass and secured against unlawful entry, and is a vacant building.
City officials are currently determining the most cost-effective and efficient means to commence demolition of the entire structure owned by the City. The City previously completed asbestos remediation for 405 7th Avenue South.
The east-west alley to the south of the structure and the adjacent parking and alley areas to the west and north of the site will be closed to traffic until further notice. Once demolition has completed, the alley will be reopened to traffic.
The City was forced to acquire the building by court order in February 2023 because the prior owners had allowed it to fall in to disrepair.
The City planned to demolish the building during FYE2025.
Any questions should be directed to City Administration at 563-242-2144.
