1140 Broad Street

Once an apartment building, 1140 has sat vacant for years. The structure has become increasingly unstable, with visible damage and collapsed flooring inside. Its deterioration has raised safety concerns, but ownership disputes and the cost of bringing it up to code have stalled action.

1160 Broad Street

A former commercial and residential space, 1160 has also remained vacant for an extended period. It suffered a major fire several years ago, which left it partially gutted. The building has not been secured since, making it one of the more hazardous sites downtown. Like 1140, it’s caught in limbo between private ownership and city enforcement.

836 Broad Street

This smaller structure has had various uses over the decades, including a salon and small storefronts. Its façade is buckling and water-damaged. Despite being in a visible spot on Broad, little progress has been made, possibly due to preservation guidelines tied to its location in the Downtown Historic District.

802 Broad Street

802 is part of a prominent corner lot, and once housed multiple businesses on the ground floor. While the exterior appears intact, inside it’s largely deteriorated. Redevelopment has been slow, in part due to ownership turnover and the cost of historic restoration.

753 Broad Street – The Lamar Building

The Lamar Building, completed in 1918, stands as a significant landmark in Augusta's architectural history. Over the years, the Lamar Building has faced challenges, including severe flooding in 2018 caused by a burst fire sprinkler line and incidents of vandalism, particularly affecting the penthouse, which has suffered from broken windows and deferred maintenance.

Our Voices Matter

These buildings won’t fix themselves—but when communities organize, things start to shift. Awareness leads to pressure. Pressure leads to change.

Have an idea, resource, or local win to share?
Email us at strugusta@gmail.com and help shape what’s next for downtown.