Hamilton investigating ways to recoup warehouse demolition costs

Because the building’s siding contained asbestos, costs of demolition and disposal of the debris have increased to $150,000-$200,000.

“They’ve talked to the contractor and let them know what to do to dispose of it properly,” said Tom Vanderhorst, Hamilton’s executive director of external services.

Vickers Wrecking and Demolition is leveling the building to its concrete base.