Demolition of the Coachman Motel in Bloomington, Illinois had been delayed due to previously undetected asbestos in the walls. The Coachman opened in 1961, and the vermiculite used to soundproof the rooms contains typical concrete minerals but also harmful asbestos. The demolition was originally slated to cost $187,000, but the discovery of the vermiculite asbestos will raise the cost immensely. The demolition contractor, Kirk’s C & D Recycling, is working with the city to devise a plan of removal, though the process is far from determined. Prior to the asbestos detection, the contractor was required to recycle as much material from the site as possible; now, however, the entire building may be deemed contaminated and sent to a landfill for disposal. Though a plan has not yet been established, one thing is certain: the demolition approved in January will be substantially delayed.