Demolition by neglect

[3] Enforcing anti-neglect ordinances poses challenges, including distinguishing intentional neglect from other factors, addressing claims of financial hardship by property owners, and managing the high costs and time demands of legal proceedings.

[4] Hotel Yugoslavia, Belgrade: This landmark faced potential demolition due to prolonged neglect, sparking public opposition and debates over heritage preservation.

[5] India Buildings, Glasgow: After years of neglect, this historic structure was demolished, raising concerns about the loss of architectural heritage and the effectiveness of preservation laws.

By wrapping the bridge in orange material, Lionel highlighted its deteriorating state and drew public attention to issues of cultural heritage preservation.

This intervention spurred community discussions on the maintenance of historic structures and led to a swift response from local authorities, who addressed concerns about the bridge’s condition.

In order to combat demolition by neglect, New Orleans has enacted ordinances that require the structural maintenance of French Quarter structures under threat of criminal penalty