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July 15, 2026 • 600 Block

Masonry Parapet Removal Begins at 639 Cleveland Street

Workers remove rooftop parapet masonry from a lift platform. — Demolition crew work from a lift platform to remove the upper parapet masonry at 639 Cleveland Street, carefully chipping away sections of the existing structure.

A demolition crew begins removing the existing parapet at 639 Cleveland Street as part of the building’s transformation. Working approximately 35 feet above the street, the crew carefully removes the masonry section by section using large chipping hammers. This visible step prepares the façade for future improvements while maintaining controlled demolition practices.

Crew removes parapet wall sections during rooftop demolition. — Crews continue parapet removal from the rooftop edge as masonry debris is cleared during the controlled demolition process.

Learn more about the full renovation plan for the 600 block.

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