there is concern that if the building continues to deteriorate it will be necessary for it is to be demolished. the jersey landmarks conservancy, a preservation group, believes that the episcopal diocese of newark has intentionally neglected the building in order to demolish it. the stained glass windows, altar, and other items were removed in 1997. in january 2012, the church's altar was offered for sale on e-bay. the diocese maintains that the preservation of the building is too costly and that no serious offers to purchase it have been forthcoming. in march 2013 the city of jersey city served the diocese a notice of unsafe structure, after which it contracted an asbestos abatement work and applied for a permit for demolition. its designation as a local landmark requires that special approval be given before the building can be razed. the diocese disagrees with the landmarking. in 2015 it was decided to convert the property to residental spaces, including consruction of new buildings and conversion of the church.