Older structures to be razed as efforts continue to sell Welland site
John Deere – world famous tractor manufacturer and supplier of hats to blues guitarists – has applied to the city for demolition permits for its Canal Bank St. property.
Mayor Barry Sharpe said older buildings are to be razed, although permits have yet to be issued. “They want to clean up the site to make it more attractive for a purchase,” said Sharpe.
John Deere continues to wind up operations at its Welland Works site. The removal of buildings will ultimately depend upon the needs of prospective purchasers, said economic development manager Dan Degazio.
As various buildings are removed, John Deere will continue to perform its due diligence and commitment to remediating and improving the site, he said.
John Deere and the city are continuing a dialogue about the site.
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