Demolition of former restaurant to make way for future Sainte-Anne’s park – Montreal | 24CA News
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue residents will quickly have a brand new park in time for the excessive summer time season in accordance with the town.
Demolition work has begun on the previous Marco Bar and Grill restaurant constructing.
The two-storey construction has been resting vacant since 2019 after a devastating fireplace ripped by way of the constructing.
In May the town bought the property for $500,000.
The earlier proprietor wished to transform the constructing right into a residential house, one thing the town council wouldn’t approve, saying it could destroy the aesthetic of the world, in accordance with metropolis councillor Ryan Young.
“There were delays in legal proceedings and then the pandemic. It did take a while but we are very happy now that finally we can move ahead with what was an eyesore on the main drag,” Young stated.
Once torn down, the town plans on changing the lot into an open inexperienced house. Creating a public park will enable waterfront entry to the well-known boardwalk from Saint-Anne avenue.
“This change is probably the most significant change to our main street in the last 60 years,” Young stated.
Business homeowners are welcoming the brand new house.
Jim Beauchamp, proprietor of Cunninghams, says the view of the water from the road might be a profit to the retailers.
“It’s only going to add to the allure of the town. We have so many bikers that come here in the summer that pull over and enjoy the parks. Just being able to sit and stop, it’s inviting to people,” Beauchamp stated.
The metropolis warns that the principle drag will see a rise in site visitors whereas the work is being performed.
The deconstruction of the constructing is predicted to happen over the subsequent 4 days.
Young says the town hopes to have grass laid down and chairs put in in time for this summer time.
A path will join the waterfront to the principle drag.
© 2023 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc.
