Published on 13 March 2024
Demolition works will start on two buildings in Little Street Forster next week.
The MidCoast Council buildings which formerly housed the Visitor Information Centre and Forster Country Women’s Association are both in poor condition and have significant structural issues that would require full renovations.
The Visitor Information Centre has since moved into its new home at the recently opened Forster Civic Centre along with the CWA who now have a lease arrangement using a room and storage area in the same building.
Council’s Director of Liveable Communities Paul De Szell said the land that the derelict buildings sit on will be returned to the community as a green space once the demolition is complete.
“These buildings are nearing their end of life meaning they would have to be fully rebuilt,” he said.
“Since these buildings were closed vandals have also caused thousands of dollars damage and there have been minor arson attacks.
“The demolition means these buildings can be removed and the land can be returned for the community to use.”
In the future Council will consider developing a master plan for the area. At this time the community will be invited to have their input on future uses for the space, which can only be used for public facilities under the zoning that currently applies.