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Above: City officials and representatives from Vincor Construction, Inc. commemorate the demolition of the commercial properties located at 5641-5649 Atlantic Ave. on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.
Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach Economic Development Department today held a demolition ceremony for the City-owned commercial properties located at 5641-5649 Atlantic Ave. Removal of the structures will provide opportunities for future development and investment in the North Long Beach community.
“The ongoing transformation of the Atlantic Avenue corridor marks an exciting step toward the further revitalization of the Uptown community,” said Mayor Rex Richardson. “By positioning the area for new development, we’re opening the door to fresh energy and modern investment, providing expanded opportunities and benefits to the residents and visitors of North Long Beach.
City officials and local businesses gathered to commemorate the start of demolition at the site, which consists of two commercial buildings and one undeveloped parcel. The demolition eliminates existing public hazards and addresses safety concerns and will pave the way for future development opportunities that support economic growth, attract investment and align with the long-term vision for a vibrant and revitalized corridor.
“This isn’t just about momentum—it’s about a promise kept to the people of North Long Beach,” Eighth District Councilwoman Tunua Thrash-Ntuk. “By clearing this site, we are opening the door for tangible investment—for new local jobs, for the shops and services our families can walk to, and for a community that is safer and cleaner for our kids. Every step like this brings our vision for a thriving North Long Beach one step closer to reality.”
The demolition project is expected to be completed in August 2025. Future development of the site will be utilized to revitalize the corridor and bring more economic activity to the area. Developers interested in the site can submit an interest form online and learn more about City-owned property offerings at the Surplus Land webpage.
The Economic Development Department’s Real Estate Development Bureau is a key player in advancing the City of Long Beach's goal to build America's Next Great International City. It fosters a competitive real estate market with equitable economic opportunities for workers, investors and entrepreneurs. To learn about real estate development opportunities in Long Beach, visit longbeach.gov/realestate.
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Long Beach is nestled along the Southern California coast and home to approximately 466,000 people. As an award-winning full-service charter city, Long Beach offers the amenities of a metropolitan city while maintaining a strong sense of individual and diverse neighborhoods, culture and community. With a bustling downtown and over six miles of scenic beaches, Long Beach is a renowned tourist and business destination and home to the iconic Queen Mary, nationally recognized Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Airport, award-winning Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and world-class Port of Long Beach.
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