The Coconut Grove Playhouse, a historic building, faced structural instability after a partial collapse caused by a contractor's demolition error. Streets surrounding the building were closed due to safety concerns, but have since reopened following stabilization efforts. Demolition work is halted pending an assessment by an independent structural engineer to ensure safety before it can continue. This incident has raised concerns among local residents and preservationists, especially in light of a controversial renovation plan for the building, which is a designated cultural landmark.
Under the county plan, developed under an agreement with the state, the playhouse's signature wing-shaped front, a three-story structure where the accident occurred, is to be fully restored.
A contractor's error during demolition work caused a partial floor collapse that threatened the 1927 building's structural stability, city of Miami building officials say.
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