Mountain Brook Inn Razed
Work began today on the demolition of the Mountain Brook Inn on Highway 280. The abandoned hotel was closed in 2003 after 30 years of being one of Birmingham’s premier hotels. AL.com reports that the site is to be used as another mixed retail outlet consisting of shops, restaurants, office space and possibly another hotel. However, the final plans for this reconstruction are incomplete.
Is this a positive step for the city? I think so. Even though it was sad to see the city lose another establishment there is no use of letting the prime real estate remain wasted. Much like the Parliament House, which was razed earlier this year, Birmingham seems to be trying to regain some of its lost ground. Hopefully by taking steps like this we can create our very own “stimulus package” for the area’s waning economy.
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Did you have to make a u-ie to pass by and get the pic or were you quick enough on the draw the first pass?
Actually, I got it on the first try. My quick instincts are what keep me thriving in this business
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