After months of delays, 22 July might finally mark the end for New Orleans landmark.
The implosion of the former Pallas Hotel has been set for July 22, according to the State Division of Administration.
The blighted building has sat in various stages of some use or non use for years, Currently it is being gutted in anticipation of the implosion. The site will be used as part of the University Medical Center complex.
“Removing this eyesore will make way for one of the most important developments in our city’s history and takes us one step closer to bringing top-notch medical care and research to our region,” said Mayor Mitch Landrieu. “We are working closely with the State to ensure that this implosion goes smoothly and has minimal impact on the surrounding community.”
The Division of Administration said that to prepare for the implosion, a section of streets about five blocks by six blocks, including the entire footprint of the new University Medical Center hospital, will be closed to pedestrians, residents and traffic to create a secure perimeter around the implosion site.
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