Dear Editor:
Kudos to West Van council for delaying demolition plans for Rockhaven House on Marine Drive (Demolition of Rockhaven House halted — for now, North Shore News, Feb. 12).
However, perhaps the district does not know that this lovely house has been severely damaged over the past year or so – presumably to aid the case for demolition.
The prominent chimney mentioned in your article has been smashed and parts of the roof have been torn open, letting in rain and snow.
As well, orange fencing (an apparent sign of impending demolition) has suddenly appeared in front of its trees along Marine.
We drive by this property every day and have been saddened to see this charming house sit empty and left to rot.
Craig Ferry
West Vancouver
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