New Albany to Raze Vacant Buildings

Tommy Lancaster's Restaurant has been closed since 2011. (photo courtesy city of New Albany)

The New Albany Redevelopment Commission will begin demolition next week of two vacant buildings in an effort to combat blight in the area. The city says once demolition of the former Tommy Lancaster’s Restaurant and Market Boy Convenient Store is complete, it will look to redevelop the properties.

The restaurant has been closed for 2011 and, along with Market Boy, has sat deteriorating for years. The buildings, located at Vincennes and East Market Streets, were evaluated and deemed unsalvageable.

"Tommy’s and Market Boy are two establishments that have served our community well over the years," said New Albany Mayor Jeff Gahan, "but it is exciting to facilitate and make way for brand new development here in New Albany."

The commission plans to issue a request for proposals to redevelop the property after completing the demolition.