August 1, 2025 • 600 Block

The Former Back Entry Is Demolished at 635 Cleveland Street

Worker breaking down concrete block entry wall with sledgehammer.
A crew member uses a sledgehammer to demolish the back entry wall at 635 Cleveland.

Demolition crews have removed the former rear entry structure at 635 Cleveland Street, clearing the way for future renovations. Constructed from concrete blocks, the inset entry required manual demolition with sledgehammers to break it apart.

Located beneath the building’s former mezzanine, the recessed entryway limited usable interior space. Its removal marks a key step in reconfiguring the layout to support a more efficient and accessible design for future tenants.

Pile of broken concrete blocks after entry demolition.
Concrete debris from the demolished back wall at 635 Cleveland Street.

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