A residential eyesore in the City of Hornell is no more.
The city said Tuesday that major demolition is complete at 10 Cottage Ave., a structure that Hornell and Steuben County officials worked for a lengthy time to remove due its poor condition and proximity to downtown.
“This property has negatively affected the quality of life in these neighborhoods and, given its visibility from Main Street, the broader community for too long,” said Bud Burdett, Hornell’s director of Facilities Management and Neighborhood Revitalization.
Vestal, N.Y.-based LCP Group, Inc. performed the demolition after a bid for the project was awarded to the company in October.
The property is owned by the Steuben County Land Bank.
Mayor John Buckley, Hornell’s representative to the Land Bank, advocated for progress on 10 Cottage Ave. in monthly Land Bank meetings, according to city officials.
In a media release, Buckley highlighted the “strong” partnership between the city and the Land Bank.
“The demolition of this property presented unique challenges and was more complicated than previous projects, particularly because it was a row house,” Buckley said. “I am grateful for the commitment and collaboration of the Land Bank and Steuben County.”
Buckley praised Steuben County Land Bank Executive Director Chris Brewer, noting Brewer coordinated the resources to see the project through to completion.
Brewer said the process spanned a number of years and involved numerous individuals playing key roles.
“All of us are grateful for their hard work in helping with this demolition,” he said.
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Buckley said the Hornell Codes Office was also instrumental by providing “support and assistance throughout the process.”
With the demolition work wrapped up, refinishing can begin on what is now the exterior wall of the adjoining property on Cottage Avenue, Hornell officials said.
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