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Ray Building facade work prompts questions about structural review, owners say they will restore storefront

4760378 · June 19, 2025
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Commissioners discussed the partial dismantling of the Ray Building facade on Second Avenue after stabilization concerns; staff said scaffolding and brick removal followed an inspection and that further demolition would require a separate approval if owners seek full demolition.

Commissioners used "other business" time at the June 18 meeting to ask about recent facade work at the Ray Building on Second Avenue and whether the remainder of the structure has been reviewed for stability.

A commissioner said she was surprised to see the facade largely removed after scaffolding went up and asked whether engineers had examined the rest of the building. Robin from staff explained the owners initially received a permit to remove…

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