Fire at old Ogden Legion has residents hoping for speedy demolition
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A fire in the early hours of Wednesday destroyed around a third of the former legion building in Ogden, which residents have been complaining about for more than a decade. A demolition order was issued for the building back in 2023 after years of neglect and problems with squatters and vandalism.
Breakdown
- Residents have long considered the old Legion 154 building an eyesore and safety hazard. 6s
- The building has been abandoned and unsecured since its sale in 2012. 22s
- Frequent trespassing and emergency responses have been reported at the site. 27s
- The community hopes demolition will allow for new developments, such as housing. 43s
- The cause of the recent fire at the building is still unknown. 1m 2s