Larwell demolition bids range widely; redevelopment commission flags funding gap

Oct 14, 2026

Town council bids to demolish the Larwell post office/Masonic building ranged from about $48,000 to $130,000 with most near $100,000; commission staff said Larwell lacks funds to cover demolition and suggested the commission could later assist with redevelopment if grant funding or other match becomes available.

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Staff told the commission that Larwell opened bids for demolition of the post office/Masonic building, with proposals between about $48,000 and $130,000 and most bids near $100,000. "They took it under advisement," staff said, and noted the town will need to identify where funds would come from to do the work.

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