NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The long-awaited demolition of the abandoned Six Flags in New Orleans has been halted. According to the City of New Orleans' permitting website, the demolition was halted because the contractor hired for the project reportedly did not have the proper licensing for rigging and dismantling. Early dismissal at G.W. Carver High School due to threat made Permitting department officials report the permit should have been issued on Oct. 2. "On 11/6/2024 informed thst the applicant does not have the proper licensing classification which should include dismantling and rigging. STOP WORK ORDER ISSUED 11/7/2024." It is unknown when the demolition will restart but once restarted, the abandoned site will be redeveloped by Developer Troy Henry and the company Bayou Phoenix. Dr. Avis Williams steps down as New Orleans Public School Superintendent The company is expected to transform the site into a multi-purpose facility with sports fields, hotels and restaurants and a water park. A breakdown of prices for the overall project notes that the demolition would cost $449,80 with an estimated completion time of five years. The expected cost of the project is $3 million. Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Posts Man killed in possible Hammond area 'domestic incident' Beautiful weather continues to start the weekend NOPD arrest 3 students for terrorizing after 16 school threats occur Army doctor's new mission is to inspire young men to find their calling 5 takeaways from Trump's emerging Cabinet