One Young (née Mayfair Hotel) | 5 fl | Complete

[panamaniac]

In this case it seems unlikely.  We may know more tomorrow, but the initial reports make it sound like the building is in danger of collapse.  It can't be a coincidence that Young Street has been closed off.

But they said there is no danger on King St, so presumably they could scaffold the front side and demolish the rest.

According to the Record, there will be a special meeting of City Council on April 23rd to deal with the building's heritage status, which must be removed before demolition.  It would be terrific if the façade could be saved but I don't know if the owner would be inclined to spend the money.  At a minimum, I would want more information as to why the three storey section (east side of the building) couldn't be saved.