From Brooklyn CT-
Trinity Episcopal Church in Brooklyn is making plans to give a fiery farewell to its former rectory building.
The church gained approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission Dec. 1 to hold a controlled burn on the dilapidated building at the rear of the church property.
“It looks like it’s falling down,” Zoning Enforcement Officer Chuck Dobrowski said.
An architect for the Connecticut Historical Commission has determined the building is beyond repair and has recommended demolition, he said.
Chris Martin, a church member who oversees maintenance on the buildings, said opinions differ on the age of the building. He said some evidence suggests it was standing when Israel Putnam had his inn on the property, but Martin said he has found building material inside, such as Sheetrock, that dates to the 1960s.
“Right now, it’s an eyesore and a health hazard,” Martin said.
He said the church sought a controlled burn for several reasons: It will be cheaper than demolition; it will decrease the amount of material that will end up in a landfill; and it will give the members of the Mortlake Fire Company a chance for training and practice.
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