Fayetteville Condemns Regency Inn: Residents Relocated Amid "Beyond Dangerous" Conditions

The City of Fayetteville has taken decisive action against the Regency Inn on Ramsey Street, condemning the motel and orchestrating the relocation of over 100 residents due to what officials describe as "beyond dangerous" living conditions. A comprehensive operation on Friday afternoon, involving the city, Cumberland County, and various non-profit partners, moved individuals into safer and more suitable temporary housing.

Shocking images emerging from the Regency Inn reveal a litany of hazards, including severe pest infestations, broken glass, and exposed electrical wiring. Councilman Malik Davis, who was present during the operation, underscored the gravity of the situation. "When [inspectors] went inside, they saw that it was like wires and if you touch the wires wrong way, something could explode," Davis stated, emphasizing the immediate threat to life.

He further elaborated on the unsuitability of the property for habitation, asserting, "people were not safe in that building, and the building was not fittable for them to even to be in at all."

Of the more than 100 individuals residing at the Regency Inn, community leaders confirm that all but a handful have been successfully relocated to temporary accommodations. This swift intervention highlights the city's commitment to protecting its most vulnerable residents.

Public records indicate that the property, originally built in 1971, was sold in September to Florida-based K P Hotels for $1.5 million. Despite the current condemnation, maintenance crews on site expressed hope of making the necessary repairs and reopening the motel within a few weeks. However, given the severe nature of the identified hazards, the timeline for any potential reopening remains uncertain and contingent on extensive renovations and city approval.