We’re left with these, but then these go away too.
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Demolitions
Demolition of the Casa Grande Mexican Restaurant at 3401 N. Main St. at the corner of Norma began last Friday. A reader reports hearing from residents of the nearby Glen Park neighborhood that a new Holiday Inn Express is planned for the site. The property backs up to the freeway just south of the N. Main—I-45 intersection.
Above: The watered fall, in progress. Below: A few photos of the restaurant’s final scene, from just a few days earlier.
Glen Park
Swamplot’s Daily Demolition Report lists buildings that received City of Houston demolition permits the previous weekday.
When you’re all going down together it lightens the memory pain.
Some fine pickings on Crab Orchard. Plus: more farewells for Richmont Square.
Swamplot’s Daily Demolition Report lists buildings that received City of Houston demolition permits the previous weekday.
In some cases, they’re forgotten well before they’re gone.
WESTBURY CENTERETTE SITE WILL REMAIN DRY Hot off the presses from the latest Westbury Crier — amid reports on the aftermath of May’s bayou overflow events, which flooded 267 homes in the neighborhood: An update on the status of the site of the former Westbury Centerette at the corner of W. Bellfort and Chimney Rock, which was demolished in March. “Originally,” the newsletter reports, “the property owner planned to construct a facility for LA Fitness; however, we regret to announce that this plan will not proceed. The property owner continues to evaluate options for the site.” [Westbury Crier; previously on Swamplot] Video of Westbury Centerette demolition: Brays Oaks Management District
Swamplot’s Daily Demolition Report lists buildings that received City of Houston demolition permits the previous weekday.
And now, time to dust off our Monday list of dust ups.
Just smash the little things. Then find someplace to wipe off your hands when you’re done.
