The structure was built in 1934 as a water tower by industrialist Robert Ilg. It was later donated to the YMCA, but upkeep has been too much for them, so they sold it to the village for just $10.

NILES, Ill. — The Leaning Tower YMCA residential building in Niles was demolished Monday. The residential building is adjacent to the tower located at 6300 W. Touhy Ave. Niles bought the ...

The Leaning Tower of Niles landmark in front of the YMCA will anchor a new development envisioned for the site.