The owner of Sneaky Dee’s said he’s supportive of the plan to demolish the west-end bar and music venue — and confirms he’ll have the option to reopen in the same spot once construction ends.

“Based on our discussions and experience with ownership, we are comfortable that our interests and the future of Sneaky Dee’s are being treated seriously and respectfully as part of this process,” George Diamantouros wrote in a letter to the Toronto and East York Community Council this week.