Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Wrecking Cincinnati, 1/14/09

2487 Harrison Avenue, Westwood
Multi-family
DOB: 1930
Died: December 2008
Cause of death: A deteriorated foundation, failing roof, gutters and downspouts, severe water damage, weeds and litter. The building had been vacant since the City ordered the tenants out in 2006.

It was condemned in March 2008, and a criminal case was filed against the Michigan-based owners. The property was identified as a blight during the 2008 Neighborhood Enhancement Program and declared a public nuisance in June 2008.
The building was razed by the City, and the criminal case was dismissed for want of prosecution.