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Detroit Hits 100th Commercial Building Demo
As part of the city’s efforts to eliminate “blight” and improve communities, the Detroit Construction & Demolition Department has demolished its 100th commercial property since January 2023. The long-vacant Charles Hanneman Elementary School located at 6420 McGraw, was the ceremonious 100th site.
The milestone marks progress in setting the stage for revitalization as Detroit aggressively tackles decaying buildings across the city’s landscape. Charles Hanneman was built in 1916 and was an active school for more than 90 years before it shuttered in 2007 due to financial issues.
“We look forward to seeing what this actual site will bring to the community,” said Eva Torres with the Detroit Department of Neighborhoods. Detroit has a list of hundreds of abandoned buildings slated for demolition. “The commercial properties range in categories and types – we do have a significant amount of schools on that list,” said Lajuan Counts from the Detroit Construction & Demolition Department.
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