After Roof Collapse, Lincoln Building to be Torn Down

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The demolition of the Lincoln Building will begin today.

Hingham Building Commissioner Michael J. Clancy announced that inspectors have determined that the Lincoln Building, site of a partial roof collapse on Feb. 10, is a public safety hazard and will need to be demolished.

The town said on Facebook they expect the process to take about a week and will wake place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Other businesses in the area, including those damaged by the roof’s collapse, will remain open

Detours will remain in place for vehicular traffic on South Street between Central and Main Streets, and on Main Street between South and North Streets.

Pedestrian access will be maintained in a plan approved by public safety authorities so that local businesses can remain open.

On Tuesday, the large amount of snow on top of the Lincoln Building caused a roof collapse, severely damaging the building built in 1859.

While the apartments on the second and third floors of the 19th century building were condemned, the first story remained occupied by a business. No one was injured.

The owner of the building told WHDH that she was process of obtaining the necessary permits to tear down the building.

More information will be posted as available at www.hingham-ma.gov.