Former Florist Building Under Demolition In Trumbull

TRUMBULL, CT — A former florist shop building in Long Hill Green is being demolished this week, however some historically significant elements of the building will be preserved, town officials announced Tuesday.

According to the town website, demolition of the building, located at 6400 Main Street, is expected to be completed this week.

Drivers in the area are advised to proceed with caution while demolition work is underway, according to the town.

Town officials also noted the building in its entirety was not salvageable due to its condition, however several elements within the building are being preserved in collaboration with the Historical Society and the Demolition Delay Committee.

These elements include bookshelves and wooden rafters that are historically significant, according to the town.

In June, the Connecticut Post reported the town's new demolition review board planned to tour the dilapidated former Del Mar Florist shop to determine whether it should be torn down or saved, as the building was built sometime around 1900 and had possible historical significance.

At that time, town officials said the building was unsafe to enter and had issues that included graffiti on the interior walls, overgrown grass and a hole in the ceiling that leaked water, according to the Connecticut Post.