Definitions for "Demolition by Neglect"
Allowing a building to fall into such a state of disrepair that it becomes necessary or desirable to demolish it. Property owners have been accused of permitting demolition by neglect on purpose, in order to save rehabilitation costs.
see also Abandoned Settlements; Destruction; Ruins DEPARTMENT STORES see also Architecture, Commercial.; Stores and Storefronts; Shopping Centers and Malls Depots: see Railroads -- Buildings and Structures; Transportation -- Buildings and Structures
the destruction of a building, structure, or landscape through abandonment oR lack of maintenance.