Fulton Building 30 Demolition Expected November 9; City Issues Water Advisory

FULTON — Demolition of the former Nestle Building 30 at 533 South 4th Street is expected to begin Monday, November 9, the City of Fulton announced in a release from Mayor James Rice.

The city warned that demolition operations will use approximately 3,000–5,000 gallons of water each day, Monday through Friday. The activity may disturb sediment in the city’s water distribution system, temporarily causing dirty or discolored water for residents throughout Fulton.

Residents who experience discoloration should allow time for conditions to clear, the city said. If discoloration persists, residents should contact the City of Fulton Water Department at 315-592-9341.

The demolition is part of the city’s efforts to redevelop the former Nestle property. According to the release, the City of Fulton – Restore NY Round IX project was announced by the Central New York Regional Economic Development Council on July 2, 2025, and received $1,000,000 in state funding toward a project initially estimated at $2,314,760.

The city said the project calls for a 30,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing incubator designed to attract startup companies, support emerging manufacturers and foster regional economic growth. The facility is intended to serve as a hub for innovation, drawing on opportunities associated with Micron semiconductor development in nearby Clay and helping Fulton participate in Central New York’s growing advanced manufacturing economy.

The anticipated facility is intended to encourage job creation, industrial innovation and sustained regional economic development, the release said.

Following the initial award and application, the overall project cost increased to approximately $5.7 million to $5.8 million, according to the city.

Demolition services were competitively bid in June, with bids returned in July. Required asbestos abatement has been completed, allowing the project to move toward demolition, the city said.

The city thanked residents for their patience during the work. The release described the demolition as a step toward repurposing a significant part of Fulton’s industrial history and creating opportunities for innovation, entrepreneurship and future employment.

“The City of Fulton remains committed to pursuing investments and partnerships that strengthen our local economy, create opportunities for our residents, and position our community for the future,” the release stated.

“Together, we are building a better Fulton – one project, one partnership, and one renewed space at a time.”

Source: City of Fulton, Office of Mayor James Rice.