Wrecking Cincinnati, 7/8/08

1798 Dreman Ave, South Cumminsville
Mixed-use
DOB: 1893
Died: June 2008
Cause of death: One of the few large commercial buildings left in the neighborhood, this building was open to the weather and there was severe brick damage along the roof line and compromised framing. The building was vacated by the City in 2003 and condemned in April 2005. Parts of the awning were removed before collapse, but no other work was done by the owner. The case went to criminal court, but was dismissed due to want of prosecution (e.g. not pursued). A potential buyer stepped in, but apparently passed. The owners continued to try to shop the building, but the project was too much for anyone to tackle. It was declared a public nuisance in June 2007 and finally razed by the City.