Thursday, August 5, 2010

Wrecking Cincinnati, 8/5/10

3213 McHenry Avenue,Westwood
Two-family
DOB: 1912
Died: August 2009
Cause of death: Building pulling apart causing severe structural issues, masonry walls in danger of collapse, collapsing chimney, and litter and debris.

The house was condemned in August 2006, was declared a public nuisance in April 2008, and razed by the City following asbestos abatement.

In early 2007, the rear third of the structure was demolished with the goal of rebuilding. In February 2008, a criminal case was filed against the owner. That case has not proceeded.