Another piece of our heritage was taken away from us yesterday. Was it really necessary to tear down a 136 year old building that had historical significance? I guess we'll have to wait and see how much of a net increase in tax revenue this ends up producing. And even if that happens in this case, the ends did not justify the means.
http://www.projo.com/ri/coventry/content/WB_historic_building_07-17-08_3TASUT4_v7.3bf1f70.html
It was alarming to me that the issuance of the demolition permit and the actual razing activity all happened in the same day. In my opinion, we need an ordinance that provides for a review process whenever it is proposed to tear down any habitational, mercantile, commercial or institutional structure that is 50 years old or older. A process that allows for input by historical organizations and the public.
