ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal.
A downtown venue is coming down to make way for new development.
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The Church Street Ballroom has started demolition at 225 S. Garland Ave. The demolition can be seen from the street along Garland Avenue as of March 23.
The 23,273-square-foot iconic building dates back to 1994 according to Orange County Property Appraiser records. It most recently was used as a event venue for weddings and other events, before it was closed in 2019.
Click here to read the full story on the Orlando Business Journal’s website.
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