Detroit Demolition Department launches the return of 'Detroit Demo Week' with a live residential demolition event

• Demo Week kicks off with a Demo and Donuts event for a unique glimpse into the residential demolition process and community dialogue
• Detroit Demolition Week returns to captivate, educate, and enlighten residents

The City of Detroit Construction and Demolition Department is proud to announce the return of "Detroit Demo Week" a week-long initiative designed to foster community engagement and support the ongoing efforts to remove blight and make way for beauty. This exciting week of programming kicks off with a live residential demolition and open Q&A. Events throughout the week will include dynamic live demolitions, a city-wide job fair, interactive discussions with construction and demolition leaders, and the spring kickoff of Cruisin' with Counts. 

"Demolition is more than just tearing down buildings—it’s about rebuilding communities and restoring hope,” said Director Tim Palazzolo, Construction & Demolition Department. “Detroit Demo Week gives us the chance to connect with residents, answer their questions, and show firsthand how our work is transforming neighborhoods. We’re committed to transforming Detroit’s neighborhoods from blight to beauty, one demolition at a time."  

WHAT: The kickoff of Detroit Demo Week: Demo and Donuts! Residents will have an up-close opportunity to witness a live demolition and learn about the City’s efforts to transform neighborhoods. While enjoying coffee and donuts, community members can meet the demolition team, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the demolition process and its role in revitalizing Detroit’s neighborhoods

WHEN: TODAY, Community Q&A starts at 12:15 p.m., Live Demo starts at 12:30 p.m.