City of Orange Announces Demolition of 17 Buildings

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The City of Orange has identified 17 buildings slated for demolition as part of its ongoing efforts to revitalize neighborhoods and remove deteriorating structures. The City Council has accepted bids from various contractors to carry out the demolitions, which will take place in the coming weeks.

Kelvin Knauf, Director of Planning and Community Development, emphasized the city’s commitment to improving local areas by removing eyesores. “Over the past decade, the City of Orange has invested in demolishing approximately 250 unsafe and blighted structures. This next phase continues our mission to enhance the safety and appearance of our community,” said Knauf.

The demolition contracts have been awarded to multiple bidders, including Ceaser Landscaping & Construction, Lark Group, C&C Works, Inc., and Manshack & Sons. The cost of the upcoming demolitions ranges from $1,899.99 to $23,100, with projects expected to be completed within 3 to 5 days.

The properties slated for demolition include:

  • 1018 4th Street (Ceaser Landscaping & Construction) – $1,999.99
  • 2308 4th Street (Ceaser Landscaping & Construction) – $2,000.00
  • 2607 7th Street (Ceaser Landscaping & Construction) – $2,999.99
  • 1310 9th Street (Lark Group) – $2,500.00
  • 712 10th Street (C&C Works, Inc.) – $6,750.00
  • 4408 Bob Hall Road (Lark Group) – $4,200.00
  • 1602 Carter Street (Lark Group) – $4,800.00
  • 2419 Clark Lane (Lark Group) – $3,375.00
  • 802 Dupont Drive (Ceaser Landscaping & Construction) – $3,800.00
  • 1110 Dupont Drive (Ceaser Landscaping & Construction) – $2,999.99
  • 1227 Dupont Drive (Lark Group) – $3,700.00
  • 1003 Elm Avenue (Lark Group) – $23,100.00
  • 207 Myers Street (Ceaser Landscaping & Construction) – $2,300.00
  • 2220 Norwood Drive (Manshack & Sons) – $5,000.00
  • 735 Old Timers Road (Ceaser Landscaping & Construction) – $1,899.99
  • 910 Rein Avenue (Ceaser Landscaping & Construction) – $2,999.99
  • 2303 Simmons Drive (Ceaser Landscaping & Construction) – $1,999.99

City officials stress that removing these structures is a crucial step toward community enhancement. “These efforts are part of a broader plan to create safer and more attractive neighborhoods for residents and businesses,” added Knauf.

Demolition work is expected to begin soon, and all projects will be completed within the designated timeframe. The City of Orange remains committed to revitalization and will continue to address abandoned and unsafe buildings in the future.