The City of Lawrenceburg has made a significant announcement regarding the Old Armory situated on Mahr Avenue, declaring that the structure has been condemned. This decision follows several months during which the building was closed to the public, allowing city officials to assess the financial implications of potential renovation or restoration efforts.
After thorough evaluation, it has been determined that the expenses required to bring the Old Armory up to current safety and building codes are prohibitively high. Officials have concluded that the financial burden of these costs would far exceed any potential advantages of restoring the building, leading them to deem it an imprudent allocation of taxpayer funds. As a result, the future of the Old Armory remains uncertain, with the city prioritizing responsible fiscal management in its decision-making process.