 On July 1, 2008, Hayhoe Mills had a large fire and for the first time in 180 years the sound of grinding grain is not heard from the mill on the Humber.As of January 31, 2015, the area where Hayhoe Mills stood is scheduled to be converted into townhouses.The mill along with neighbouring homes have been demolished and townhomes are to be built in its place as well as across the street.