Following the fire that swept through Die Herberg Hotel on October 13, Councillor Mark Trump informed the Krugersdorp News that the building may no longer be used.

He said that on October 14, municipal officials found that after the building was semi-destroyed following the blaze, it posed a risk to people and property. Trump added that this came after an inspection, which showed there was structural damage and decay.

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“The owners of the building have been notified that no one may work or occupy the building due to the damage, which was immediately in effect after the notice was served. Furthermore, they must start repairs to make the building safe again and remove debris that was caused by the fire in the surrounding area,” he concluded.

• Read the initial article here: Well-known hotel in Krugersdorp CBD ablaze

The News reached out to one of the co-owners of the building, and their feedback will be published as soon as it is received.

@caxton.jhbwest Residents stand by while the historic Herberg Hotel, based on the corner of Market and Commissioner Street, burns. Firefighters work tirelessly into the night to extinguish the blaze. #fyp #fire #krugersdorp #firedepartment ♬ original sound – Caxton JHB West