In this particular buildings case, demolition should never be allowed. Not only should it be saved but the general public that is in favor of saving it ( and I do belive the numbers are growing ) should offer to help clean up this property. The Building has a very blighted look in that vines and overgrowth cover half of the structure. Just a massive clean out , clean up would NOT be expensive and would take away the "eyesore" effect , and possibly even curtail some of the continuous, non-stop breaking and entering , and destruction to the building by careless people.
I for one , would be more than happy to participate in such an effort. Frankly I dont understand why the owners would object to having someone come in and do something positive, and potentially inexpensive so as to reduce the blightedness. But it SEEMS they WANT it to look blight, so as to enhance the chances of demolition , by neglect.
Until a solution is reached on its reuse, at least that could be done. 20-30 people could make a difference in just a couple weekends =)
My idea may sound insane,,,,, but I mean it.