The city is razing the building to make way for a 5,000-seat auditorium, an integral part of the $268-million Colorado Convention Center expansion, which at 1100 Stout St. is adjacent to the convention center.
Historic preservationists have not mounted any campaigns to save the building, which typifies the stark building style of about 20 years ago, which is broken up by hanging gardens and large windows, which provide stunning views of the mountains.
The demolition is expected to be complete by May 31, says Jerry Morgensen, president of the general contractor, Hensel Phelps.
Since the city paid $15 million in a condemnation action last fall, the building has been used to train firefighters, says city councilwoman Kathleen MacKenzie. She applauds that use, noting firefighters have few opportunities to practice putting out fires in office buildings.
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