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Home My WebLink AboutDSD-2023-225 - Bill 23 - City of Kitchener's Municipal Heritage Register Review Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Heritage Kitchener DATE OF MEETING: June 6, 2023 SUBMITTED BY: Garett Stevenson, Interim Planning Director, 519-741-2200 ext. 7070 PREPARED BY: Jessica Vieira, Heritage Planner, 519-741-2200 ext. 7041 DATE OF REPORT: May 18, 2023 REPORT NO.: DSD-2023-225 SUBJECT: Bill 23 RECOMMENDATION: That pursuant to Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, the cultural heritage value or interest be recognized, and designation be pursued for the following properties: 24 Courtland Avenue East; 26 Courtland Avenue East; 2-22 Duke Street East; 70 Francis Street North; 54-68 King Street West; 144-150 King Street West; 58 Queen Street South; and 73 Young Street BACKGROUND: st On January 1, 2023 amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act (OHA) came into effect through Bill 23, the More Homes Build Faster Act. One of the primary changes introduced Municipal Heritage Register to be evaluated to determine if they meet the criteria for heritage st designation before January 1, 2025. Listed properties are properties that have not been designated, but that the municipal council believes to be of cultural heritage value or interest. The criterion for designation is established by the Provincial Government (Ontario Regulation 9/06, which has now been amended through Ontario Regulation 569/22) and a minimum of two must be met for a property to be eligible for designation. A work plan to address these changes has been developed by Heritage Planning Staff with th consultation from the Heritage Kitchener Committee on February 7, 2023. Implementation of the strategy has now commenced. This report provides a summary of the findings for the first properties fully reviewed, and recommendations for next steps. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. REPORT: Ontario Regulation 569/22 (Amended from Ontario Regulation 9/06) Among the changes that were implemented through Bill 23, the Ontario Regulation 9/06 which is a regulation used to determine the culture heritage value or interest of a property, was amended through Ontario Regulation 569/22 (O. Reg. 569/22). Where the original regulation had three main categories design/physical, historical/associative and contextual - with three (3) sub-categories for determining cultural heritage value, the amended regulation now lists all nine (9) criteria independently. The new regulation has been amended to the following: 1. The property has design value or physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. 2. The property has design value or physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. 3. The property has design value or physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. 4. The property has historical value or associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. 5. The property has historical or associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. 6. The property has historical value or associative value because it demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. 7. The property has contextual value because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. 8. The property has contextual value because it is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings. 9. The property has contextual value because it is a landmark. Also, among the changes brought about by Bill 23 are how properties can now be listed or designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. They include: - met one or more criteria of O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). - Properties could be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act if they meet two or more criteria of O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). Pursuant to O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22), the subject properties meet the following criteria for determining cultural heritage value or interest. 24 Courtland Avenue East The subject property municipally addressed as 24 Courtland Avenue East meets 5 of the 9 criteria of O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). The existing building is a three- storey row townhouse built in 1889 in the Vernacular Victorian Gothic Architectural style. The property has design value or physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. This property has historical or associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, believe, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. This property has historical or associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. The property has contextual value because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. The property has contextual value because it is physically, functionally, visually, or historically linked to its surroundings. 26 Courtland Avenue East The subject property municipally addressed as 26 Courtland Avenue East meets 5 of the 9 criteria of O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). The existing building is a three- storey row townhouse built in 1889 in the Vernacular Victorian Gothic Architectural style. The property has design value or physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. This property has historical or associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, believe, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. This property has historical or associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. The property has contextual value because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. The property has contextual value because it is physically, functionally, visually, or historically linked to its surroundings. 2-22 Duke Street East The subject property municipally addressed as 2-22 Duke Street East meets 6 of the 9 criteria of O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). The property has design value or physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. The property has design value or physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. This property has historical or associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, believe, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. This property has historical or associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. The property has contextual value because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. The property has contextual value because it is physically, functionally, visually, or historically linked to its surroundings. 70 Francis Street North The subject property municipally addressed as 70 Francis Street North meets 5 of the 9 criteria of O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). The property has design value or physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. The property has design value or physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. This property has historical or associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, believe, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. This property has historical or associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. The property has contextual value because it is physically, functionally, visually, or historically linked to its surroundings. 54-68 King Street West The subject property municipally addressed as 54-68 King Street West meets 8 of the 9 criteria of O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). The property has design value or physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. The property has design value or physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. The property has historical value or associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. The property has historical value or associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. The property has historical value or associative value because it demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. The property has contextual value because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. The property has contextual value because it is physically, functionally, visually, or historically linked to its surroundings The property has contextual value because it is a landmark. 144-150 King Street West The subject property municipally addressed as 144-150 King Street West meets 8 of the 9 criteria of O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). The property has design value or physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. The property has design value or physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. The property has design value or physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. The property has historical value or associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. The property has historical value or associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. The property has contextual value because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. The property has contextual value because it is physically, functionally, visually, or historically linked to its surroundings. The property has contextual value because it is a landmark. 58 Queen Street South The subject property municipally addressed as 58 Queen Street South meets 4 of the 9 criteria of O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). The property has design value or physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. The property has historical value or associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. The property has contextual value because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. The property has contextual value because it is physically, functionally, visually, or historically linked to its surroundings 73 Young Street The subject property municipally addressed as 73 Young Street meets 8 of the 9 criteria of th O. Reg 9/06 (amended through O. Reg. 569/22). The existing building is an early 20 Catholic Church. The property has design value or physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. The property has design value or physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. The property has historical value or associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. The property has historical or value or associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. The property has historical value or associative value because it demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. The property has contextual value because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. The property has contextual value because it is physically, functionally, visually, or historically linked to its surroundings The property has contextual value because it is a landmark. Heritage Kitchener Committee Options for Designation Option 1 Pursuing Designation for these properties Should Heritage Kitchener committee vote to start pursuing designation for these properties, staff will then contact the respective property owners to inform them and to start working with them towards designation. Staff will then bring back Notices of Intention to Designate back to the Committee to get the designation process started. Should a property owner object to their property being designated, they can submit an appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) to rule on the decision. If the OLT determines that the property should not be designated but remain listed, it will be removed from the Municipal Heritage Register on January 1, 2025. Option 2 Deferring the Designation Process Should Heritage Kitchener vote to defer the designation process for these properties, they r January 1, 2025, after which they will have to be removed. The process of designating these properties can be started at any time until January 1, 2025. Option 3 Not Pursuing Designation for these properties Should Heritage Kitchener vote not to pursue the designation of these properties, they will they will be removed. Once removed, these properties will not be able to be re-listed for the next five (5) years i.e. January 1, 2030. It should be noted that currently staff are undertaking evaluations for high priority properties that are in located in areas of the City undergoing rapid change. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM the council / committee meeting. CONSULT AND COLLABORATE The Municipal Heritage Committee (Heritage Kitchener) have been consulted at previous meetings regarding the proposed strategy to review the Municipal Heritage Register of Non-designated Properties and participated in the assessment of the properties subject to this report. PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: Heritage Kitchener Committee Work Plan 2022-2024 DSD-2023-053 Ontario Heritage Act, 2022 PREVIOUS REPORTS APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager, Development Services ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A 24 Courtland Avenue East Statement of Significance Attachment B 26 Courtland Avenue East Statement of Significance Attachment C 2-22 Duke Street East Statement of Significance Attachment D 70 Francis Street North Statement of Significance Attachment E 54-68 King Street West Statement of Significance Attachment F 144-150 King Street West Statement of Significance Attachment G 58 Queen Street South Statement of Significance Attachment H 73 Young Street Statement of Significance STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE 24 COURTLAND AVENUE EAST Summary of Significance Social Value Design/Physical Value Economic Value Historical/Associative Value Environmental Value Contextual Value Municipal Address: 24 Courtland Avenue East Legal Description: Plan 398 Part Lot 20 GCT Part Lot 175 Year Built: 1889 Architectural Style: Vernacular Victorian Gothic Original Owner: Martin Nelson Original Use: Residence Condition: Good Description of Cultural Heritage Resource th 24 Courtland Avenue East is one unit of a three storey late 19 century brick row house building built in the Vernacular Victorian Gothic architectural style. Part of a walk-up row - the building is situated on a 0.05 acre parcel of land located on the north side of Courtland Avenue between Queen Street and Benton Street in the Mill Courtland Woodside Park Planning Community of the City of Kitchener within the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the 9-unit walk-up row house building. Heritage Value 24 Courtland Avenue East is known for its design/physical, historical/associative, and contextual values. Design/Physical Value The design and physical values relate to the unique Vernacular Victorian Gothic architectural style that is in good condition with many intact original elements. The design value also relates to the walk-up row house building. Walk-up row housing is rare in the context of Kitchener, with not many examples of such housing in the City. The building features: yellow brick Construction (which has been painted in a salmon colour); Decorative brick work, including brick voussoirs, brick label trim and tri-brick keystones on the front façade of row-house; Flat roof with cornice, fascia and frieze; nd 2 floor segmental door opening with voussoir; Segmental window openings; Original1/1 hung windows and window transoms on the basement and ground level of the front façade. Stone Foundation Historical/Associative Value The associative and historic values relates to the buildings original owner, purpose and relationship to adjacent industrial buildings. The building was built by Martin Nelson to accommodate the female workers from the adjacent Williams, Greene and Rome Shirt and Collar Factory on Queen Street South. Nelson also established the Nelson & Forsyth Foundry on King Street West at College Street. The Foundry produced furnaces, boilers, pipes, and heaters. Significant later owners of the row house building included: Isaac Shantz, A.O. Boehmer, and Joseph Bingeman. He also bought the row-housing block. The units of the row house were individually sold beginning in 1947. This walk-up row housing is also representative of the development that was taking place in Kitchener to support the industrial development that was taking place in Kitchener in thth the late 19 century and early 20 century. Contextual Value The contextual value relates to the buildings historic and visual link to the adjacent industrial buildings, including the former Williams, Green and Rome Shirt and Collar Factory (now known as the Bread and Roses Cooperative) and the Arrow Shirt Factory. Heritage Attributes The heritage value of 24 Courtland Avenue East resides in the following heritage attributes: All elements related to the construction and Vernacular Victorian Gothic architectural style of the building, including: o Yellow brick construction; o Original windows and window openings, including: Segmental window openings; 1/1 hung windows; and, Transoms; o Original door openings, including: nd 2 floor segmental door opening; Stained glass transom inscribed with the number 2; o Roof and roofline, including: Flat roof; Cornice, fascia, and frieze; o Decorative brickwork, including: Brick voussoirs; Brick label trim; and, Tri-brick keystones. Photos 24 Courtland Avenue East Entire Nelson Terrace Row House Building Front Façade of 24 Courtland Avenue East Rear Façade of 24 Courtland Avenue East CULTURAL HERITAGE EVALUATION FORM Deeksha Choudhry 24 Courtland Avenue East Address: Recorder: Row Townhouses, c. 1800s February 15, 2023 Description: Date: (date of construction, architectural style, etc) Photographs Attached: Front Facade Left Façade Right Façade Rear Facade Details Setting Recorder Heritage Kitchener Heritage Planning Staff Designation Criteria Committee 1. This property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. 2. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. 3. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. * E.g. - constructed with a unique material combination or use, incorporates challenging geometric designs etc. 4. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 5. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical or Yes Yes associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. * E.g - A commercial building may provide an understanding of how the economic development of the City occured. Additional archival work may be required. 6. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 7. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. * E.g. - It helps to define an entrance point to a neighbourhood or helps establish the (historic) rural character of an area. 8. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings. * Additional archival work may be required. 9. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is a landmark. *within the region, city or neighborhood. Notes Adjacent townhouses all designated under Part IV. Has already been evaluated by the Designation Sub- committee. Staff is doing further research to confirm cultural heritage value as per the Heritage Kitchener workplan 2022-2024. Additional Criteria Recorder Heritage Planning Staff Interior: Is the interior N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No arrangement, finish, Yes Yes craftsmanship and/or detail noteworthy? Completeness: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure have other Yes Yes original outbuildings, notable landscaping or external features that complete the site? Site Integrity: Does the N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure occupy its Yes Yes original site? * If relocated, is it relocated on its original site, moved from another site, etc. Alterations: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No building retain most of its Yes Yes original materials and design features? Please refer to the list of heritage attributes within the Statement of Significance and indicate which elements are still existing and which ones have been removed. Alterations: Are there N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No additional elements or Yes Yes features that should be added to the heritage attribute list? Condition: Is the building N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No in good condition? Yes Yes *E.g. - Could be a good candidate for adaptive re-use if possible and contribute towards equity-building and climate change action. Indigenous History: Could this site be of importance N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes to Indigenous heritage and history? Additional Research Required Additional Research Required *E.g. - Site within 300m of water sources, near distinct topographical land, or near cemeteries might have archaeological potential and indigenous heritage potential. N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Could there be any urban Indigenous history associated with the Additional Research Required Additional Research Required property? * Additional archival work may be required. Function: What is the Unknown Residential Unknown Residential Co present function of the Commercial mmercial subject property? Office Other -Office Other - ________________ ________________ * Other may include vacant, social, institutional, etc. and important for the community from an equity building perspective. Diversity and Inclusion: N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Does the subject property contribute to the cultural Additional Research Required Additional Research Required heritage of a community of people? Does the subject property N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes have intangible value to a specific community of Additional Research Required Additional Research Required people? * E.g.- Waterloo Masjid (Muslim Society of Waterloo & Wellington Counties) was the first established Islamic Center and Masjid in the Region and contributes to the history of the Muslim community in the area. Notes about Additional Criteria Examined Recommendation Does this property meet the definition of a significant built heritage resource, and should it be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act? (Does it meet two or more of the designation criteria?) N/A Unknown No Yes ! If not, please select the appropriate action for follow-up Remove from the Municipal Heritage Register Additional Research Required Other: General / Additional Notes TO BE FILLED BY HERITAGE PLANNING STAFF: Date of Property Owner Notification: STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE 26 COURTLAND AVENUE EAST Summary of Significance Social Value Design/Physical Value Economic Value Historical/Associative Value Environmental Value Contextual Value Municipal Address: 26 Courtland Avenue East Legal Description: Plan 398 Part Lot 20 GCT Part Lot 175 Year Built: 1889 Architectural Style: Vernacular Victorian Gothic Original Owner: Martin Nelson Original Use: Residence Condition: Good Description of Cultural Heritage Resource th 26 Courtland Avenue East is one unit of a three storey late 19 century brick row house building built in the Vernacular Victorian Gothic architectural style. Part of a walk-up row - the building is situated on a 0.05 acre parcel of land located on the north side of Courtland Avenue between Queen Street and Benton Street in the Mill Courtland Woodside Park Planning Community of the City of Kitchener within the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the 9-unit walk-up row house building. Heritage Value 26 Courtland Avenue East is known for its design/physical, historical/associative, and contextual values. Design/Physical Value The design and physical values relate to the unique Vernacular Victorian Gothic architectural style that is in good condition with many intact original elements. The design value also relates to the walk-up row house building. Walk-up row housing is rare in the context of Kitchener, with not many examples of such housing in the City. The building features: Yellow brick Construction; Decorative brick work, including brick voussoirs, brick label trim and tri-brick keystones on the front façade of row-house; Flat roof with cornice, fascia and frieze; nd 2 floor segmental door opening with voussoir; Segmental window openings; Original1/1 hung windows and window transoms on the basement and ground level of the front façade. Historical/Associative Value The associative and historic values relates to the buildings original owner, purpose and relationship to adjacent industrial buildings. The building was built by Martin Nelson to accommodate the female workers from the adjacent Williams, Greene and Rome Shirt and Collar Factory on Queen Street South. Nelson also established the Nelson & Forsyth Foundry on King Street West at College Street. The Foundry produced furnaces, boilers, pipes, and heaters. Significant later owners of the row house building included: Isaac Shantz, A.O. Boehmer, and Joseph Bingeman. He also bought the row-housing block. The units of the row house were individually sold beginning in 1947. This walk-up row housing is also representative of the development that was taking place in Kitchener to support the industrial development that was taking place in Kitchener in thth the late 19 century and early 20 century. Contextual Value The contextual value relates to the buildings historic and visual link to the adjacent industrial buildings, including the former Williams, Green and Rome Shirt and Collar Factory (now known as the Bread and Roses Cooperative) and the Arrow Shirt Factory. Heritage Attributes The heritage value of 26 Courtland Avenue East resides in the following heritage attributes: All elements related to the construction and Vernacular Victorian Gothic architectural style of the building, including: o Yellow brick construction; o The original height, scale, and massing of the townhouse; o Original windows and window openings, including: Segmental window openings; 1/1 hung windows; and, Stained glass transom; o Original doors and door openings, including: nd 2 floor segmental door opening; Stained glass transom; o Roof and roofline, including: Flat roof; Cornice, fascia, and frieze; o Decorative brickwork, including: Brick voussoirs; Brick label trim; and, Tri-brick keystones. Stone Foundation Photos 26 Courtland Avenue East Entire Nelson Terrace Row House Building Front Façade of 26 Courtland Avenue East Rear Façade of 26 Courtland Avenue East CULTURAL HERITAGE EVALUATION FORM Deeksha Choudhry 26 Courtland Avenue East Address: Recorder: Row Townhouses, c. 1800s February 15, 2023 Description: Date: (date of construction, architectural style, etc) Photographs Attached: Front Facade Left Façade Right Façade Rear Facade Details Setting Recorder Heritage Kitchener Heritage Planning Staff Designation Criteria Committee 1. This property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. 2. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. 3. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. * E.g. - constructed with a unique material combination or use, incorporates challenging geometric designs etc. 4. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 5. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical or Yes Yes associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. * E.g - A commercial building may provide an understanding of how the economic development of the City occured. Additional archival work may be required. 6. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 7. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. * E.g. - It helps to define an entrance point to a neighbourhood or helps establish the (historic) rural character of an area. 8. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings. * Additional archival work may be required. 9. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is a landmark. *within the region, city or neighborhood. Notes Adjacent townhouses all designated under Part IV. Preliminary evaluation has already been done by the designation sub-committee. Staff are doing in-depth research to confirm cultural heritage value as per Heritage Kitchener work plan 2022-2024. Additional Criteria Recorder Heritage Planning Staff Interior: Is the interior N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No arrangement, finish, Yes Yes craftsmanship and/or detail noteworthy? Completeness: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure have other Yes Yes original outbuildings, notable landscaping or external features that complete the site? Site Integrity: Does the N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure occupy its Yes Yes original site? * If relocated, is it relocated on its original site, moved from another site, etc. Alterations: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No building retain most of its Yes Yes original materials and design features? Please refer to the list of heritage attributes within the Statement of Significance and indicate which elements are still existing and which ones have been removed. Alterations: Are there N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No additional elements or Yes Yes features that should be added to the heritage attribute list? Condition: Is the building N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No in good condition? Yes Yes *E.g. - Could be a good candidate for adaptive re-use if possible and contribute towards equity-building and climate change action. Indigenous History: Could this site be of importance N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes to Indigenous heritage and history? Additional Research Required Additional Research Required *E.g. - Site within 300m of water sources, near distinct topographical land, or near cemeteries might have archaeological potential and indigenous heritage potential. N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Could there be any urban Indigenous history associated with the Additional Research Required Additional Research Required property? * Additional archival work may be required. Function: What is the Unknown Residential Unknown Residential Co present function of the Commercial mmercial subject property? Office Other -Office Other - ________________ ________________ * Other may include vacant, social, institutional, etc. and important for the community from an equity building perspective. Diversity and Inclusion: N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Does the subject property contribute to the cultural Additional Research Required Additional Research Required heritage of a community of people? Does the subject property N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes have intangible value to a specific community of Additional Research Required Additional Research Required people? * E.g.- Waterloo Masjid (Muslim Society of Waterloo & Wellington Counties) was the first established Islamic Center and Masjid in the Region and contributes to the history of the Muslim community in the area. Notes about Additional Criteria Examined Recommendation Does this property meet the definition of a significant built heritage resource, and should it be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act? (Does it meet two or more of the designation criteria?) N/A Unknown No Yes ! If not, please select the appropriate action for follow-up Remove from the Municipal Heritage Register Additional Research Required Other: General / Additional Notes TO BE FILLED BY HERITAGE PLANNING STAFF: Date of Property Owner Notification: STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE 2-22 DUKE STREET EAST Summary of Significance Design/Physical Value Social Value Historical Value Economic Value Contextual Value Environmental Value Municipal Address: 2-22 Duke Street Legal Description: Plan 401 Pt Lot 11 Pt Lot 12 Year Built: 1931 Architectural Style: Art Deco Original Owne r: W. H. Breithaupt Original Use: Commercial Condition: Good Description of Cultural Heritage Resource th 2-22 Duke Street East is a two-storey early 20 century brick commercial building built in the Art Deco architectural style. The building is situated on a 0.09-acre parcel of land located on the north side of Duke Street East between Queen Street North and Frederick Street in the City Commercial Core Planning Community of the City of Kitchener within the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the commercial building. Heritage Value 2-22 Duke Street East is recognized for its design/physical, historical/associative, and contextual value. 5ĻƭźŭƓΉtŷǤƭźĭğƌ ğƌǒĻ The building as 2-22 Duke Street East has design and physical value, being a notable and unique example of the Art Deco architectural style as well as displaying a high degree of craftmanship through the many detailed elements of the structure. The building is two-storeys in height and possesses approximately 50 metres of front along Duke Street East, creating a long horizontal backdrop for the streetscape. CƩƚƓƷ {ƚǒƷŷ CğĲğķĻ The front of the building faces Duke Street East and is comprised of thirteen pilasters that create twelve bays of varying widths. The two bays on the west and the three bays on the east may be additions that were added after the original construction period, as the height of the roof is slightly lower, and the pilasters differ in appearance. Further, they create an unsymmetrical composition and lack masonry detailing about the second story windows that is visible on the seven center bays. The three western-most pilasters and four eastern- most pilasters appear to be made from cast-concrete, while the remaining six pilasters in the center are brick. Each of the thirteen are capped with decorative stone detailing, with the two central most containing stone finials and floral motifs as well. Each bay except the central portion contains two single hung windows with soldier course heading and stone sills on the second story. The center-most bay contains a two-storey semi- circular opening that serves as a central entrance. Stonework with the Breithaupt Family Grant of Arms tops this semi-circular arch. ĻƭƷ {źķĻ CğĲğķĻ The west side façade faces Queen Street North and is framed by two pilasters composed of cast-concrete and topped with a decorative stone cap. A stone belt course divides the two storeys. The rest of the façade is covered with angel brick. 9ğƭƷ {źķĻ CğĲğķĻ The east façade directly abuts the adjacent building and is not visible. wĻğƩ bƚƩƷŷ CğĲğķĻ The rear north façade is primarily composed of brick, though a portion of the eastern end has vinyl cladding. Casement windows with stone sills are placed in a symmetrical pattern along the second storey, except for the vinyl-cladded portion. IźƭƷƚƩźĭğƌ ğƌǒĻ The property has historical and associative value as it relates to the theme of economic growth and development in the downtown area as well as has direct association with the Breithaupt family. The building was built and originally owned by William Henr family in the history of Kitchener, being involved in numerous businesses including the Breithaupt Leather Company, the Berlin Gas Company, and the Berlin and Waterloo Railway. The family also had a strong political presence, with different members acting as mayors of then-Berlin as well as being members of the House of Commons. William H. Breithaupt was a civil engineer by education, graduating from the prestigious Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York in 1881. At the time of his death, he had lived to be one of the oldest graduates of the school. Upon his return from the United States to Berlin in 1900, he carried on the family interest in both the Berlin and Waterloo Railway and the Berlin Gas Company, which had been previously managed by his late brother Carl. In addition, W.H. Breithaupt took grate interest in both city planning and heritage preservation, being the first chairman of the City Planning Commission from 1917-1921 as well as a past president of the Ontario Historical Society. He directly contributed to the organization and establishment of the Waterloo Historical Society in 1912, acting as the first president and holding the position for twelve consecutive years. W.H Breithaupt built the Bridgeport Line in 1902, which were later taken over by the city as public enterprises along with the Waterloo line and the Gas Company. Other notable builds of his include the casino for the Bridgeport Railway Park and the Grand River Country Clubhouse, which was the site that first introduced golf to Kitchener. He was directly involved with the initiative which led to the erection of the Memorial Tower and was a part of the development of the Grand River Conservation Scheme, pioneering flood control and conservation through storage reservoirs. Through his efforts the opening of Duke Street from Queen to Frederick Street was also secured. Mr. Breithaupt was recognized by membership in the Engineering Institute of Canada (past member of Council), the Institution of Civil Engineers (Great Britain), the American Society of Civil Engineers (Life Member), the American Institute of Consulting Engineers and the academic fraternity of Sigma Xi. Since its construction in 1931, 2-22 Duke Street has been home to numerous businesses. The sites first tenant was Herman Ahrens, who worked as a local tailor. Other early shops incl Grip Tite Roofing, and the Sheehy Brothers. The commercial use of the building continues to this day. /ƚƓƷĻǣƷǒğƌ ğƌǒĻ The contextual value of the property relates to its physical, historical, functional, and visual link to its surroundings. The building sits on the intersection of Queen Street North and Duke Street East, in its original location. It retains its original use as the home to multiple local businesses. It is surrounded by other historic Street to the west (the former head office of the Economical Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Kitchener), and 15-29 Duke Street East to the north (the Federal Building, which is both a Recognized Federal Heritage Building and listed on the Kitchener Municipal Heritage Register). Heritage Attributes The heritage value of 2-22 Duke Street East resides in the following heritage attributes: All elements related to the construction and Art Deco architectural style of the building, including: o Roof and roofline; o Windows and window openings; o Door openings; o Concrete sills and soldier course headings; o Two central brick pilasters topped with finials and decorated with floral motifs; o Two-storey semi-circular opening; o Breithaupt Family Grant of Arms; and, o Pilasters and decorative stone caps. References Biography: William Henry Breithaupt. Waterloo Historical Society, Thirty-Second Annual Report. Photographs Front Elevation (South Façade) Rear Elevation (North Façade) Side Elevation (West Façade) Masonry Detailing Close up of one bay displaying the different pilasters and decorative brickwork above the second-storey windows CULTURAL HERITAGE EVALUATION FORM Jessica Vieira 2-22 Duke Street East Address: Recorder: The Food Block February 15, 2023 Description: Date: (date of construction, architectural style, etc) Photographs Attached: Front Facade Left Façade Right Façade Rear Facade Details Setting Heritage Kitchener Committee Recorder- Heritage Planning Staff Designation Criteria 1. This property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. 2. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. 3. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. Page 1 of 6 * E.g. - constructed with a unique material combination or use, incorporates challenging geometric designs etc. 4. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 5. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical or Yes Yes associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. * E.g - A commercial building may provide an understanding of how the economic development of the City occurred. Additional archival work may be required. 6. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, Page 2 of 6 artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 7. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. * E.g. - It helps to define an entrance point to a neighbourhood or helps establish the (historic) rural character of an area. 8. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings. * Additional archival work may be required. 9. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is a landmark. *within the region, city or neighborhood. Notes Left and right portion of the building may be an addition? Different roof height, different pilasters Page 3 of 6 Additional Criteria Recorder Heritage Planning Staff Interior: Is the interior N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No arrangement, finish, Yes Yes craftsmanship and/or detail noteworthy? Completeness: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure have other Yes Yes original outbuildings, notable landscaping or external features that complete the site? Site Integrity: Does the N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure occupy its original Yes Yes site? * If relocated, is it relocated on its original site, moved from another site, etc. Alterations: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No building retain most of its Yes Yes original materials and design features? Please refer to the list of heritage attributes within the Statement of Significance and indicate which elements are still existing and which ones have been removed. Alterations: Are there N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No additional elements or Yes Yes features that should be added to the heritage attribute list? Condition: Is the building in N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No good condition? Yes Yes *E.g. - Could be a good candidate for adaptive re-use if possible and contribute towards equity- Page 4 of 6 building and climate change action. Indigenous History: Could this site be of importance N/A Unknown No YesN/A Unknown No Yes to Indigenous heritage and history? Additional Research Required Additional Research Required *E.g. - Site within 300m of water sources, near distinct topographical land, or near cemeteries might have archaeological potential and indigenous heritage potential. N/A Unknown No YesN/A Unknown No Yes Could there be any urban Indigenous history associated with the Additional Research Required Additional Research Required property? * Additional archival work may be required. Function: What is the Unknown Residential Unknown Residential present function of the Commercial Commercial subject property? Office Other -Office Other - ________________ ________________ * Other may include vacant, social, institutional, etc. and important for the community from an equity building perspective. Diversity and Inclusion: N/A Unknown No YesN/A Unknown No Yes Does the subject property contribute to the cultural Additional Research Required Additional Research Required heritage of a community of people? Does the subject property N/A Unknown No YesN/A Unknown No Yes have intangible value to a specific community of Additional Research Required Additional Research Required people? * E.g.- Waterloo Masjid (Muslim Society of Waterloo & Wellington Counties) was the first established Islamic Center and Page 5 of 6 Masjid in the Region and contributes to the history of the Muslim community in the area. Notes about Additional Criteria Examined Recommendation Does this property meet the definition of a significant built heritage resource, and should it be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act? (Does it meet two or more of the designation criteria?) N/A Unknown No Yes ! If not, please select the appropriate action for follow-up Remove from the Municipal Heritage Register Additional Research Required Other: General / Additional Notes TO BE FILLED BY HERITAGE PLANNING STAFF: Date of Property Owner Notification: Page 6 of 6 STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE 70 Francis Street North Summary of Significance Design/Physical Value Social Value Historical Value Economic Value Contextual Value Environmental Value Municipal Address: 70 Francis Street North Legal Description: Plan 374 Part Lot 125 & 126 Year Built: c. 1898 Architectural Style: Queen Anne Original Owne r: Albert Ruby Original Use: Residential Condition: Good Description of Cultural Heritage Resource th 70 Francis Street North is a two-and-one-half storey late 19 century brick house built in the Queen Anne architectural style. The residence is situated on a 0.24 acre parcel of land located on the north side of Francis Street North between Duke Street West and Water Street North in the City Commercial Core Planning Community of the City of Kitchener within the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the house. Heritage Value 70 Francis Street North is recognized for its design/physical, historical/associative, and contextual value. 5ĻƭźŭƓΉtŷǤƭźĭğƌ ğƌǒĻ The building at 70 Francis Street North has design and physical value, being a representative example of a late- th 19 century residential dwelling constructed in the Queen Anne Revival architectural style. It utilizes a mix of materials in its design, including buff brick now dark and weathered in appearance cedar shake along the gables and turret, and black asphalt shingles. CƩƚƓƷ {ƚǒƷŷ CğĲğķĻ The building is asymmetrical in its massing, with projecting bay windows to the left and an octagonal turret with an eight-sided conical roof to the right. The projecting bay has a gambrel roofline, and the rest of the roof is steeply pitched. Frieze board decorated with a foliated scroll wraps around the turret, while frieze board with a simpler dentil pattern is present along the rest of the second-storey roofline. Fan brackets with ornamental pendants are also present at the corners of the projecting bays. A porch spans the full width of the front, and its roof is supported by six square posts. The main entrance is in the centre of the front façade. The door has a large centre window and 12 raised panel detailing. There is a transom and sidelights surrounding the door. The windows on the front are mostly rectangular in shape and are a mix of casement, single-hung, and double-hung. The windows not located on either the turret or the gables have soldier course heading and either concrete or stone sills. There are two windows on the first floor that have semi-circular stained and leaded glass transoms with radiating voussoirs and molded brick trim. ĻƭƷ {źķĻ CğĲğķĻ The west side façade maintains the asymmetrical massing. There is a two-storey bay with three windows on each storey to the left, and a brick chimney flute and chimney to the right. The windows are single hung with solider course heading and stone or concrete sills. A portion of the rock-faced stone foundation is visible on this side of the structure. Modern additions including cables and gas-metres are also visible. 9ğƭƷ {źķĻ CğĲğķĻ The east side façade possesses an asymmetrical massing. The octagonal turret which forms part of the front façade also forms the left side of the east façade. To the right, there is a two-storey protruding section with gabled roof, cladded in wood siding. The windows on this section are casement. There is also a semi-circular window with a radiating voussoir and brick sill on the ground floor. wĻğƩ bƚƩƷŷ CğĲğķĻ The rear of the property was not accessed. IźƭƷƚƩźĭğƌ ğƌǒĻ The property has associative value due to the original ownership of the home and historical value in relation to economic development within the City. The residential dwelling was built for Albert Ruby, a prominent citizen and life-long resident of Berlin (now Kitchener) and a major contributor to the furniture industry within the area. The property itself was obtained by Nelson Ruby, Albert Rubys father, in 1881, with the house constructed by Albert Ruby in 1898. It remained in the Ruby family until 1966. H. Krug Furniture Company was established in the 1880s by Albert Ruby in partnership with Hartman Krug. The Rub-Krug business relationship lasted many years, and their connection developed further when Albert Ruby and Hartman Krug later married sisters Frances Dunn and Mary Ann Dunn and became brothers-in-law. Albert Ruby acted as the First Secretary Treasurer of Krug Furniture Co. until his death in 1932 at the age of 66. The position was then superseded by his son Leonard W. Ruby, who later became the Vice-President of the company in 1954, the President in 1962, and Chairman to the company in 1971. The Ruby family still retains a prominent presence and remains actively involved with Krug Furniture, with Len Ruby being the President of the company as of 2023. The establishment of Krug Furniture was instrumental to the growth and development of the City and its economy. In the early 1900s the company was reputed to be the largest furniture plant in the British Empire, and consequently by 1920 the Town of Berlin emerged as the furniture capital of Canada. Major furniture shows were hosted within the City and buyers would travel across the country to Berlin in order to view new trends. Krug Furniture continues to be a leader in the design and manufacture of furniture solutions, specifically now for offices and healthcare, and it remains one of the oldest businesses still operating in Kitchener. /ƚƓƷĻǣƷǒğƌ ğƌǒĻ The contextual value relates to the buildings physical, historical, and visual link to the surrounding area. The building is in its original location along Francis Street North and is surrounded by other historic buildings. This includes 64 Water Street to the south (the First Church of Christ Scientist), 97 Victoria Street North to the north, and 42 Francis Street North further to the west. Though the house is now used as an office space, it continues to contribute to the continuity and character of the Francis Street North streetscape. Further, it is historically linked to the Krugs Furniture factory located in proximity at 111 Ahrens Street West/135 Breithaupt Street. Heritage Attributes All elements related to the construction and Queen Anne architectural style of the building, including: o irregular building plan; o buff brick laid in a common bond; o rock-faced stone foundation; o Projecting two storey bay on south elevation with gambrel roof; o modified gable roof; o octagonal tower with an eight-sided conical roof; o plain fascia, moulded soffit, and frieze with dentils and mouldings; o windows and window openings, such as the 1/1 windows with flat rusticated lintels, the large first floor windows with half-round transoms, the 1/1 round topped windows with decorative surrounds and keystone, the three part oriel window; the three section window with a two section elliptical-arch transom and brick label and, the two storey bay window with a bracketed pediment gable above; o main entrance door with single light, sidelights and transom with beveled glass; and, o verandah. Photographs Front Elevation (South Façade) Side Elevation (East Façade) Side Elevation (West Façade) Decorative Frieze on Tower First floor window with stained-glass half-round transom and voussoir CULTURAL HERITAGE EVALUATION FORM Jessica Vieira 70 Francis Street Address: Recorder: The Ruby House Queen Anne Style Residential Description: Date: (date of construction, architectural style, etc) Photographs Attached: Front Facade Left Façade Right Façade Rear Facade Details Setting Heritage Kitchener Committee Recorder -Heritage Planning Staff Designation Criteria 1. This property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. 2. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. 3. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. Page 1 of 6 * E.g. - constructed with a unique material combination or use, incorporates challenging geometric designs etc. 4. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 5. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical or Yes Yes associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. * E.g - A commercial building may provide an understanding of how the economic development of the City occured. Additional archival work may be required. 6. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, Page 2 of 6 artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 7. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. * E.g. - It helps to define an entrance point to a neighbourhood or helps establish the (historic) rural character of an area. 8. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings. * Additional archival work may be required. 9. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is a landmark. *within the region, city or neighborhood. Notes Page 3 of 6 Heritage Kitchener Committee Recorder -Heritage Planning Staff Additional Criteria Interior: Is the interior N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No arrangement, finish, Yes Yes craftsmanship and/or detail noteworthy? Completeness: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure have other Yes Yes original outbuildings, notable landscaping or external features that complete the site? Site Integrity: Does the N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure occupy its Yes Yes original site? * If relocated, is it relocated on its original site, moved from another site, etc. Alterations: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No building retain most of its Yes Yes original materials and design features? Please refer to the list of heritage attributes within the Statement of Significance and indicate which elements are still existing and which ones have been removed. Alterations: Are there N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No additional elements or Yes Yes features that should be added to the heritage attribute list? Condition: Is the building N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No in good condition? Yes Yes *E.g. - Could be a good candidate for adaptive re-use if possible and contribute towards Page 4 of 6 equity-building and climate change action. Indigenous History: Could this site be of importance N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes to Indigenous heritage and history? Additional Research Required Additional Research Required *E.g. - Site within 300m of water sources, near distinct topographical land, or near cemeteries might have archaeological potential and indigenous heritage potential. N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Could there be any urban Indigenous history associated with the Additional Research Required Additional Research Required property? * Additional archival work may be required. Function: What is the Unknown Residential Unknown Residential present function of the Commercial Commercial subject property? Office Other -Office Other - ________________ ________________ * Other may include vacant, social, institutional, etc. and important for the community from an equity building perspective. Diversity and Inclusion: N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Does the subject property contribute to the cultural Additional Research Required Additional Research Required heritage of a community of people? Does the subject property N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes have intangible value to a specific community of Additional Research Required Additional Research Required people? * E.g.- Waterloo Masjid (Muslim Society of Waterloo & Wellington Counties) was the first established Islamic Center Page 5 of 6 and Masjid in the Region and contributes to the history of the Muslim community in the area. Notes about Additional Criteria Examined Recommendation Does this property meet the definition of a significant built heritage resource, and should it be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act? (Does it meet two or more of the designation criteria?) N/A Unknown No Yes ! If not, please select the appropriate action for follow-up Remove from the Municipal Heritage Register Additional Research Required Other: General / Additional Notes TO BE FILLED BY HERITAGE PLANNING STAFF: Date of Property Owner Notification: Page 6 of 6 STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE 54-68 King Street West Summary of Significance Design/Physical Value Social Value Historical Value Economic Value Contextual Value Environmental Value Municipal Address: 54-68 King Street West Legal Description: PLAN 383 PT LOT 5 PLAN 401 PT LOT 2 PT LOT 7 Year Built: 1963 Architectural Style: Modern with influences from different eras of architecture Original Owne r: Bank of Nova Scotia Original Use: Bank Condition: Excellent Description of Cultural Heritage Resource th 54-68 King Street West is a one-storey 20 century commercial building, built in the Modern architectural style with influences from different eras of architecture. The building is situated on a 0.36-acre parcel of land and is located on the north side of King Street West, between Ontario Street North and Queen Street North in the City Commercial Core of the City of Kitchener within the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the commercial building. Heritage Value 54-68 King Street West is recognized for its design/physical, historical/associative, and contextual value in addition to its economic value. 5ĻƭźŭƓΉtŷǤƭźĭğƌ ğƌǒĻ The design and physical value of the building resides in its architecture and physical construction. The building is a unique expression of Modernist architecture that also utilizes classical and neo-classical motifs. It is this sophisticated blending of different styles from varying eras that make the subject property a significant piece of architecture within the community. Through its material use and other detailing it also displays a high degree of craftmanship. The façades are composed of Indiana limestone and green and white marble as well as bronze detailing. The building is only one-storey in height, but the ground floor possesses 30-foot-high ceilings which gives the appearance of two-storeys. South Front Façade The front of the building faces King Street West, and is a limestone façade with five bays. The four bays off-set to the west are original, while the fifth to the east is an addition. The addition is identifiable by the differing colour of the surrounding masonry, and further it visually alters the composition of the front façade. The first and third bay from the west as well as the fifth bay addition are composed of a screen of twelve white marble panels set in bronze mullions, with triple windows below. The marble panels are arranged three across and four high, and where the mullions meets there is a projecting pyramidal decorative element. The second bay from the west contains glazed double-entrance doors flanked by a window and located above the entrance, a limestone slab inscribed with the Bank of Nova Scotia Coat of Arms. The first three bays and the fifth additional bay are framed by green marble. The fourth bay is limestone arranged in an ashlar pattern. A modeled cornice adds further interest to a flat roofline. West Side Façade The west side façade faces Ontario Street North and is composed of five bays, evenly spaced and similar in appearance to the white marble bays on the front façade, with triple casement windows below. The molded cornice continues along the roofline. East Side Façade The east side contains the new bay addition. The east façade directly abuts the adjacent property, and most of this façade is not visible. The molded cornice from the front and rear extends briefly on either side, before terminating. It then becomes a flat parapet. North Rear Façade The rear façade is composed of white brick, except for a narrow vertical strip of limestone on the western side that is arranged in the same ashlar pattern as that of the front and west side façade. The molded cornice continues along the roofline. There is a small brick addition one-storey in height that contains a door this is the only opening on the rear façade. IźƭƷƚƩźĭğƌ ğƌǒĻ The historic and associative values of the building relate to its association with banking institutions, most significantly the Bank of Nova Scotia. The original building of this branch of the bank was established in 1912 and located north down the street, at the property municipally addressed as 100 King Street West within the Canadian Block. The bank moved from its original location to its current corner location in 1926, into the building formerly known as the Merner Block. The Merner Block had been a bank since the turn of the century, being formerly occupied by the Union Bank prior to its occupation by the Bank of Nova Scotia. Due to a need for increased space, the Merner Block was demolished in 1962 and replaced with the existing one-storey building. Construction of the new building began in 1963 and lasted approximately a year, and the branches official reopening occurred early in 1964. The project cost approximately $500, 000 and provided almost twice the floor area as the original building. According to John S. Proctor, then the executive vice- president of the Bank of Nova Scotia, the new building reflected the continuously improving economic climate in Canada. The bank was designed by Kitchener architect Carl Albert Rieder. Over the 47 years of his career, Carl Rider made significant contributions to the development of the Modernist style of architecture in Southwest Ontario and in the Waterloo County region specifically. His name can be linked to over 400 buildings, including collegiate and university projects, public buildings, ecclesiastical works, industrial facilities, and private residents that display innovative designs. Within Kitchener some of his most notable work includes Eastwood Collegiate Institute (1955-56), Highland Baptist Church (1958), and the Kitchener Public Library (1959-61). His completed design for Eastwood Collegiate gained internationally recognition, being one of the few Canadian buildings to be featured in the issue of leading British Architectural Journal The Architectural Review, and in New Buildings in the Commonwealth. In 1968 this branch location was selected to be one of fifteen branches to implement new Cheque Guarantee Card, which was the first instance in which coloured photographic ID was used in banking operations. In 1969 it became the last branch in the area to stock gold in the form of coins, wafers, and bars. In 1995 it became the centralized location for Kitchener-Waterloo Commercial Business Activities, staffing specialized teams to service Mid- sector. This site and building have significant association with banking institutes, as well as association with programs and initiatives undertaken by the bank that reflect how such institutions and their processes have changed and developed over time. It reflects the economic client of both the area and, to some degree, the country at the time. Further, the building is a demonstration of the work and skill of an important local architect, who has been recognized by the Ontario Association of Architects for his contributions to the field. Thus, 54-68 King Street West has significant historical and associative value. /ƚƓƷĻǣƷǒğƌ ğƌǒĻ The contextual value of the building relates to its importance in maintaining the commercial character of the surrounding area, as well as its physical, functional, visual, and historical link to its surroundings. The building is located at the intersect of King Street West a primary road within the downtown core area and Ontario Street, and it has occupied this site since 1926. It is within the Downtown Cultural Heritage Landscape, which is within the City Centre District and is an area that has historically been recognized as the heart of the downtown and a focal point of the Region. The area is occupied by a mix of uses, with hotels, banks, and other commercial enterprises being the original anchors of the commercial core. While this area has continued to thth evolve, many of the late-19 century and early-20 century commercial structures remain today. In addition, the distinct architectural style of 54-68 King Street West and its location on a corner lot along a primary road makes the building prominently visible and easily recognizable. Other Values 9ĭƚƓƚƒźĭ ğƌǒĻ Within Canada, banking institutions act as both major employers and essential contributors to the Canadian economy, contributing approximately 3.8% to Canadas Gross Domestic Product. As of January 1, 2023, Scotiabank specifically has over 90, 000 employees and assets of over $1.3 trillion. As such, branch locations possess and reflect economic value. Heritage Attributes The heritage value of 54-68 King Street West resides in the following: All elements related to the construction and architectural style, including: o Limestone façade; o White marble panels set in bronze mullions; o Bronze mullions with pyramidal projection at each intersection; o ; o Moulded cornice; o Roof and roofline; o Windows and window openings; and, o Doors and door openings. References Images of Progress 1946-1996: Modern Architecture in Waterloo Region Kitchener- Kitchener- Kitchener-Waterloo Record--W December 6 1995) Waterloo Historical Society, Volume 95 Photographs Front Elevation (South Façade) Rear Elevation (North Façade) Side Elevation (West Façade) Detailing of White Marble Bays Detailing of Limestone Inscription Above Front Entrance CULTURAL HERITAGE EVALUATION FORM Andrew & Danny 54-68 King Street West Address: Recorder: The Bank March 15, 2023 Description: Date: (date of construction, architectural style, etc) Photographs Attached: Front Facade Left Façade Right Façade Rear Facade Details Setting Recorder Heritage Kitchener Heritage Planning Staff Designation Criteria Committee 1. This property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. 2. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. 3. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or Page 1 of 6 scientific achievement. * E.g. - constructed with a unique material combination or use, incorporates challenging geometric designs etc. 4. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 5. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical or Yes Yes associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. * E.g - A commercial building may provide an understanding of how the economic development of the City occured. Additional archival work may be required. 6. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it Barnett & Reider demonstrates or Page 2 of 6 reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 7. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. * E.g. - It helps to define an entrance point to a neighbourhood or helps establish the (historic) rural character of an area. 8. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings. * Additional archival work may be required. 9. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is a landmark. *within the region, city or neighborhood. Notes A metal cornice is missing on the south side of the building. Mike Wagner Heritage Award. Page 3 of 6 Additional Criteria Recorder Heritage Planning Staff Interior: Is the interior N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No arrangement, finish, Yes Yes craftsmanship and/or detail noteworthy? Completeness: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure have other Yes Yes original outbuildings, notable landscaping or external features that complete the site? Site Integrity: Does the N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure occupy its Yes Yes original site? * If relocated, is it relocated on its original site, moved from another site, etc. Alterations: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No building retain most of its Yes Yes original materials and design features? Please refer to the list of heritage attributes within the Statement of Significance and indicate which elements are still existing and which ones have been removed. Alterations: Are there N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No additional elements or Yes Yes features that should be added to the heritage attribute list? Condition: Is the building N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No in good condition? Yes Yes *E.g. - Could be a good candidate for adaptive re-use if possible and contribute towards equity-building and climate change action. Page 4 of 6 Indigenous History: Could this site be of importance N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes to Indigenous heritage and history? Additional Research Required Additional Research Required *E.g. - Site within 300m of water sources, near distinct topographical land, or near cemeteries might have archaeological potential and indigenous heritage potential. N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Could there be any urban Indigenous history associated with the Additional Research Required Additional Research Required property? * Additional archival work may be required. Function: What is the Unknown Residential Unknown Residential Co present function of the Commercial mmercial subject property? Office Other -Office Other - ________________ ________________ * Other may include vacant, social, institutional, etc. and important for the community from an equity building perspective. Diversity and Inclusion: N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Does the subject property contribute to the cultural Additional Research Required Additional Research Required heritage of a community of people? Does the subject property N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes have intangible value to a specific community of Additional Research Required Additional Research Required people? * E.g.- Waterloo Masjid (Muslim Society of Waterloo & Wellington Counties) was the first established Islamic Center Page 5 of 6 and Masjid in the Region and contributes to the history of the Muslim community in the area. Notes about Additional Criteria Examined Eastern portion of the building is an addition, notably by the coloration, and in the rear it is all cinder blocks. Recommendation Does this property meet the definition of a significant built heritage resource, and should it be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act? (Does it meet two or more of the designation criteria?) N/A Unknown No Yes ! If not, please select the appropriate action for follow-up Remove from the Municipal Heritage Register Additional Research Required Other: General / Additional Notes TO BE FILLED BY HERITAGE PLANNING STAFF: Date of Property Owner Notification: Page 6 of 6 STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE 144-150 KING STREET WEST Summary of Significance Design/Physical Value Social Value Historical Value Economic Value Contextual Value Environmental Value Municipal Address: 144-150 King Street West Legal Description: Plan 362 Lot 4 & 5 Pt Lot 3 Year Built: 1895 Architectural Style: Classical Revival Original Owne r: - Original Use: Commercial and Office Building Condition: Good Description of Cultural Heritage Resource th 144-150 King Street West is a four-storey late 19 century cast concrete commercial building built in the Classical Revival architectural style. The building is situated on 0.15 acre parcel of land located on the north side of King Street West between Young Street and Ontario Street in the City Commercial Core of the City of Kitchener in the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the four- storey commercial building. Heritage Value 144-150 King Street is recognized for its design/physical, historical/associative, and contextual values. 5ĻƭźŭƓΉtŷǤƭźĭğƌ ğƌǒĻ The design and physical value of the building resides in its architecture and physical construction. The building is a representative example of the Classical Revival architectural style in a commercial building. The structure is st four-storeys in height. Renovations to the front were completed in the early 21 century, which included covering the original pre-cast concrete cladding with a different cladding. Though some original detailing was lost, the work largely maintained the original appearance of the structure. CƩƚƓƷ {ƚǒƷŷ CğĲğķĻ The building fronts onto King Street West. The front façade is divided vertically by five piers three storeys in height, creating four bays. Each bay contains a single-hung window on every storey save the ground floor. The structure is divided horizontally by a corbel table above the first storey, with a second corbel table sitting above the fourth storey and below the parapet. Crenels are cut into the parapet, giving the roofline a unique which gives the structure its name. ĻƭƷ {źķĻ CğĲğķĻ The west side façade directly abuts the adjacent building and is not visible. 9ğƭƷ {źķĻ CğĲğķĻ Due to the proximity of the adjacent building, only a portion of the east side façade is visible. The east side façade is composed of buff brick. There is three windows with stone sills and lintels along each storey save the first floor. A fourth window opening along each storey appears to have been closed up. There are two exposed ducting systems that are visible on this façade. wĻğƩ bƚƩƷŷ CğĲğķĻ The rear façade is comprised of buff brick. Each floor contains a symmetrical fenestration pattern and can broadly be classified into two styles. Towards the left portion of the façade, each storey has two windows with upper and lower sashes. The upper sashes are fixed, and the lower sashes can be opened or have an air conditioning unit installed. Towards the right portion of the façade, each storey has a window with a single upper sash and portions of the lower sash that can be opened. Next to the windows is a recessed door entry with side transoms. These doors and windows have a fire escape staircase. All doors and windows have concrete lintels and sills. The second to fourth storeys contain three casement or single-hung windows with stone sills and concrete headers, as well as a door and door opening on the west side, with a flanking window. Each door opening also has a stone header, and the openings lead to a fire escape. It appears that five different openings on the ground floor have been closed, as the bricks are different colors, do not seem as weathered, and stone headers remain. The building also demonstrates a high degree of technical and scientific achievement. The King Street West façade is likely the first in the City to be built with a precast concrete façade. The current façade is clad with an exterior insulation and finishing system (EIFS) similar to stucco; however, the original precast concrete façade still exists behind the new cladding. In addition, It is believed that this building was the first building within the City to install an elevator. IźƭƷƚƩźĭğƌ ğƌǒĻ The subject property has historical value due to its connection to the theme of economic development in the downtown area. In 1840 David Weber sold a one-acre parcel of land north of King Street and east of Young Street, all within Lot 16 and part of the 3-acre trade made by his father-in-law in 1833 to Frederick Gaukel. This parcel became the site of the Mayfair Hotel and the Weber Chambers, which is the inscription seen on the parapet of 144-150 King Street West. The Weber Chambers building originally housed storefronts on the ground floor and office spaces above. Notable tenants of the property have included: London Life Conservatory of Music (1912); Met Life Insurance Co. (1912); Wm. Cairnes, Real Estate (1912); H.L. Staebler Co. Ltd., Insurance (1924 and 1933); Salts and Chemicals, Ltd. (1924); Bricker & Sons, Ltd., Wholesale Jeweler (1924); R.W. Ripley, Dental Laboratory (1933); and, G.E. Schlee, Advertising (1933). The site was the long-time home to the Palladium Restaurant, whose "Candy, Ice Cream, Palladium Restauranttime, Palladium was William G. Sahli, a watchmaker-concluding with his retirement in 1978 at the age of 83. He had serviced three generations of the same family and other locals within the area, and, like the Palladium Restaurant, became a staple of the Kitchener downtown. In 1985 the second to fourth storey office spaces were converted to residential uses, but the ground floor retains its commercial uses. /ƚƓƷĻǣƷǒğƌ ğƌǒĻ The contextual value of the building relates to its importance in maintaining the commercial character of the surrounding area, as well as its physical, functional, visual, and historical link to its surroundings. The subject property is located within the Downtown Cultural Heritage Landscape, which is within the City Centre District and is an area that has historically been recognized as the heart of the downtown and a focal point of the Region. The area is occupied by a mix of uses, with hotels, banks, and other commercial enterprises being the original anchors of the commercial core. Though the upper storeys are now residential units, the groun floor maintains its original commercial use and continues to support the commercial character of the area. In thth addition, while this area has continued to evolve, many of the late-19 century and early-20 century commercial structures like 144-150 Weber Street remain today and further contribute to the character of the area. Heritage Attributes The heritage value of 144-150 King Street West resides in the following heritage attributes: All elements related to the construction and Classical Revival architectural style, including: o Rectangular plan; o Yellow buff brick on the side and rear elevations; o Roof and rooflines; o window openings; o Stone lintels and sills; o door openings; o EIFS (Stucco) façade; o Tall three-storey piers; o Storefronts with plate glass windows and doors; o Corbel table above the storefront and below the roofline; o Crenellated parapet; and o Photographs Front Elevation (Direction Façade) Rear Elevation (North Façade) Side Elevation (East Façade) The Weber Chambers, photo c. 1958, photographer unknown The Mayfair Hotel and the Weber Chambers, c. 1927, by Ernest Denton CULTURAL HERITAGE EVALUATION FORM Andrew Portegen, 144-150 King Street West Donny Vongphakdy Address: Recorder: Four-Storey Classic Revival March 15, 2023 Description: Date: (date of construction, architectural style, etc) Photographs Attached: Front Facade Left Façade Right Façade Rear Facade Details Setting Recorder Heritage Kitchener Heritage Planning Staff Designation Criteria Committee 1. This property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. 2. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. 3. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or Page 1 of 7 scientific achievement. * E.g. - constructed with a unique material combination or use, incorporates challenging geometric designs etc. 4. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 5. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical or Yes Yes associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. * E.g - A commercial building may provide an understanding of how the economic development of the City occured. Additional archival work may be required. 6. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it demonstrates or Page 2 of 7 reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 7. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. * E.g. - It helps to define an entrance point to a neighbourhood or helps establish the (historic) rural character of an area. 8. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings. * Additional archival work may be required. 9. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is a landmark. *within the region, city or neighborhood. Notes Page 3 of 7 Stone façade painted black at ground level, including cornice. No longer tallest building or landmark. Windows in the rear have been bricked off. Venting systems on east elevation covered with foam and aluminum. Additional Criteria Recorder Heritage Planning Staff Interior: Is the interior N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No arrangement, finish, Yes Yes craftsmanship and/or detail noteworthy? Completeness: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure have other Yes Yes original outbuildings, notable landscaping or external features that complete the site? Site Integrity: Does the N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure occupy its Yes Yes original site? * If relocated, is it relocated on its original site, moved from another site, etc. Alterations: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No building retain most of its Yes Yes original materials and design features? Please refer to the list of heritage Front façade underwent attributes within the extensive renovations in Statement of Significance early 2000s some original and indicate which details were lost. Original elements are still existing pre-cast beneath existing and which ones have been stucco cladding removed. Alterations: Are there N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No additional elements or Yes Yes features that should be added to the heritage attribute list? Page 4 of 7 Condition: Is the building N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No in good condition? Yes Yes *E.g. - Could be a good candidate for adaptive re-use if possible and contribute towards equity-building and climate change action. Indigenous History: Could this site be of importance N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes to Indigenous heritage and history? Additional Research Required Additional Research Required *E.g. - Site within 300m of water sources, near distinct topographical land, or near cemeteries might have archaeological potential and indigenous heritage potential. N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Could there be any urban Indigenous history associated with the Additional Research Required Additional Research Required property? * Additional archival work may be required. Function: What is the Unknown Residential Unknown Residential Co present function of the Commercial mmercial subject property? Office Other -Office Other - ________________ ________________ * Other may include vacant, social, institutional, etc. and important for the community from an equity building perspective. Diversity and Inclusion: N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Does the subject property contribute to the cultural Additional Research Required Additional Research Required heritage of a community of people? Does the subject property N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes have intangible value to a specific community of Additional Research Required Additional Research Required people? Page 5 of 7 * E.g.- Waterloo Masjid (Muslim Society of Waterloo & Wellington Counties) was the first established Islamic Center and Masjid in the Region and contributes to the history of the Muslim community in the area. Notes about Additional Criteria Examined Recommendation Does this property meet the definition of a significant built heritage resource, and should it be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act? (Does it meet two or more of the designation criteria?) N/A Unknown No Yes ! If not, please select the appropriate action for follow-up Remove from the Municipal Heritage Register Additional Research Required Other: General / Additional Notes Page 6 of 7 TO BE FILLED BY HERITAGE PLANNING STAFF: Date of Property Owner Notification: Page 7 of 7 STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE 58 QUEEN STREET SOUTH Summary of Significance Social Value Design/Physical Value Economic Value Historical/Associative Value Environmental Value Contextual Value Municipal Address: 58 Queen Street South Legal Description: Plan 391 Part Lot 6 RP 58R-9667 Part 3-5 Architectural Style: Renaissance Revival Original Owner: Weber Hardware Original Use: Commercial Condition: Good Description of Cultural Heritage Resource 58 Queen Street South is a late 19th century building built in the Renaissance Revival architectural style. The building is situated on a 0.06 acre parcel of land located on the west side of Queen Street South between Charles Street East and King Street in the City Commercial Core Planning Community of the City of Kitchener within the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the commercial building. Heritage Value 58 Queen Street South is recognized for its design/physical, significant historical/associative and contextual values. Design/Physical Value The design and physical values relate to the Renaissance Revival architectural style that is in good condition with many intact original elements. The building features: a rectangular plan; brick construction; decorative brick work; and, paired 1/1 hung windows with transom and stone headers and sills. East (Front) Façade The existing building is 3 storeys in height in brick construction and has a flat roof. The ground floor of the front façade is currently occupied by The Working Centre, and includes a floor-to-ceiling windows with a recessed entry. The second and third storeys include three windows each with decorative stone headers and sills. The windows are not original and have been recently replaced. Above the third storey windows are three rectangles with decorative brickwork. This façade also has a brick buttress on the left side that extends all the way up to the roof of the building. North (Side) Façade This façade abuts the neighboring building at 54 Queen Street South. West (Rear) Façade This façade has been extensively altered since it was first constructed. On the first storey, there is a door with multiple building system units installed. The second storey contains three row windows in a one-on-one orientation with stone sills and brick soldier course on the left side of the building, and on the right side there is a single window with stone sills. The third storey contains three windows placed at equal distance from each other with stone sills and brick soldier coursing. The window on the right-most side has a small balcony. South (Side) Façade This façade abuts 66 Queen Street South to the left, and only a portion of the third storey is visible. This façade contains brick construction and another brick buttress towards the end of the façade. Historical/Associative Value The historic and associative values relate to the original owner and use of the property and buildings and the contribution they made to the history of Berlin (now Kitchener). This building has significant historical/associative value because of its historic and current use. John Fennell The building was once used as a hardware company. The hardware company was founded on June 1, 1863 by John Fennell and carried his name for 60 years. John Fennell was born on August 8, 1837, in Cobourg, Ontario. John Fennell arrived in st Kitchener, known as Berlin at the time, on June 1, 1863 and was a young hardware merchant at the time. He was a prominent and one of the most successful businessman in the community at the time, and his hardware company sold plated ware, paint, glass, oils, etc. In addition to being a successful businessman, he was also an important member of the society at the time. He was the founding present of the Board of Trade and the founding organizer of the Economical Mutual Fire Insurance Company. In addition to all these achievements, he also served as a Councillor on Berlins Council from 1881-1882. In 1886, the Berlin Board of Trade was established, with John Fenell serving as itident. He was instrumental in preparing the by-law, some of which stand today as they were prepared. He also served as a Justice of the Peace. In addition to these activities, John Fenell also served as a Church Warden of St. John Church for many years. John Fenell died in 1922, the property and firm was purchased by Carl Nicholas Weber from Johnidow, Alicia Jackson. Carl Nicholas Weber After Carl N. Weber purchased the property and firm, he renamed it to Weber Hardware Co, Ltd in 1923. Carl N. Weber was born on January 19, 1899, in Elmira. For many years, he operated Weber Hardware Co. Ltd. In addition to his business interests, he was also a long-time member and President of the Kitchener Board of Trade, and he was also elected as a chairman of the Kitchener Urban Renewal Committee in 1971. He has also served as a Director for Canada Trust, the Equitable Life Insurance Company, and the Economical Mutual Insurance Company. Beyond his business interests, he also served Kitchener the K-W Hospital Commission for twenty-two (22) years and was chairman for twenty (20) of those years. He was a member of the Board of Governors of the University of Waterloo from the time it was founded in 1957, till his death in 1978. Carl Weber was also an active member of the Lutheran Church. He served as a Canadian delegate to the World Council of Churches in India in 1961, representing Kitchener and Canada on a global platform. He was also a member of the executive council of the Lutheran Church in America, a member and chairman of its board of publications, and a member of its pension board. Carlber Hardware Co. Ltd., operated out of the building at 58 Queen Street South from c. 1918 until 1927 when it moved to the building at 66 Queen Street South. The company moved to the building at 675 Queen Street South in 1987 and the company is currently known as C.N. Weber Ltd and still continues to operate today, becoming of the rare businesses surviving from the time when Kitchener was still Berlin. The Working Centre The existing use of the building is for The Working Centre. The Working Centre has been websiteCentre was established in the spring of 1982 as a response to unemployment and poverty in downtown Kitchener. The Centre grew roots in the Kitchener downtown through the dedication of Joe and Stephanie Mancini, a young married couple who had just graduated Waterloo. They saw the potential for building a community of interest around responding to unemployment and poverty, developing social analysis and engaging in creative action. Contextual Value This building has contextual value as being built in the downtown commercial core of Berlin, before it became Kitchener, and is a part of a group of buildings that were built at a time when industrial and commercial development in Berlin (now Kitchener) was happening. Today, these buildings are located in the downtown commercial core of Kitchener, and greatly contribute to the character of the area. The building is in its original location, and maintains historical and visual links to its surroundings. Economic Value The existing building has economic value as being representative of a building with a history that contributes to the economic development that was taking initially in Berlin, thth and then in Kitchener in the late 19 and early 20 century. Heritage Attributes The heritage value of 73 Young Street resides in the following heritage attributes of the Gothic architectural style: The heritage value of 58 Queen Street South resides in the following heritage attributes: All elements related to the construction and Renaissance Revival architectural style of the building, including: o a rectangular plan; o Flat roof; o brick construction; o Decorative brick buttresses; o decorative brick work; and, o window openings with stone headers and sills; All contextual elements related to the building including: o Its original location on Queen Street South streetscape and its contribution to the Kitchener downtown commercial area. PHOTOS 58 Queen Street South Front (East) Façade 58 Queen Street South West (rear) façade 58 Queen Street South 58 Queen Street South CULTURAL HERITAGE EVALUATION FORM Andrew Portegen 58 Queen Street South Address: Recorder: c. 1900, Renaissance Revival March 10, 2023 Description: Date: (date of construction, architectural style, etc) Photographs Attached: Front Facade Left Façade Right Façade Rear Facade Details Setting Recorder Heritage Kitchener Heritage Planning Staff Designation Criteria Committee 1. This property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. 2. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. 3. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. * E.g. - constructed with a unique material combination or use, incorporates challenging geometric designs etc. 4. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 5. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical or Yes Yes associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. * E.g - A commercial building may provide an understanding of how the economic development of the City occured. Additional archival work may be required. 6. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 7. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. * E.g. - It helps to define an entrance point to a neighbourhood or helps establish the (historic) rural character of an area. 8. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings. * Additional archival work may be required. 9. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is a landmark. *within the region, city or neighborhood. Notes rd Access from 3 floor at rear face of building onto roof of adjacent property. Recent window ndrd replacement evident on 2 and 3 floors Additional Criteria Recorder Heritage Planning Staff Interior: Is the interior N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No arrangement, finish, Yes Yes craftsmanship and/or detail noteworthy? Completeness: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure have other Yes Yes original outbuildings, notable landscaping or external features that complete the site? Site Integrity: Does the N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure occupy its Yes Yes original site? * If relocated, is it relocated on its original site, moved from another site, etc. Alterations: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No building retain most of its Yes Yes original materials and design features? Please refer to the list of heritage attributes within the Statement of Significance and indicate which elements are still existing and which ones have been removed. Alterations: Are there N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No additional elements or Yes Yes features that should be added to the heritage attribute list? Condition: Is the building N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No in good condition? Yes Yes *E.g. - Could be a good candidate for adaptive re-use if possible and contribute towards equity-building and climate change action. Indigenous History: Could N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes this site be of importance to Indigenous heritage and history? Additional Research Required Additional Research Required *E.g. - Site within 300m of water sources, near distinct topographical land, or near cemeteries might have archaeological potential and indigenous heritage potential. N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Could there be any urban Indigenous history associated with the Additional Research Required Additional Research Required property? * Additional archival work may be required. Function: What is the Unknown Residential Unknown Residential present function of the Commercial Commercial subject property? Office Other - Social Office Other - ________________ * Other may include vacant, social, institutional, etc. and important for the community from an equity building perspective. Diversity and Inclusion: N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Does the subject property contribute to the cultural Additional Research Required Additional Research Required heritage of a community of people? Does the subject property N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes have intangible value to a specific community of Additional Research Required Additional Research Required people? * E.g.- Waterloo Masjid (Muslim Society of Waterloo & Wellington Counties) was the first established Islamic Center and Masjid in the Region and contributes to the history of the Muslim community in the area. Notes about Additional Criteria Examined Recommendation Does this property meet the definition of a significant built heritage resource, and should it be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act? (Does it meet two or more of the designation criteria?) N/A Unknown No Yes ! If not, please select the appropriate action for follow-up Remove from the Municipal Heritage Register Additional Research Required Other: General / Additional Notes TO BE FILLED BY HERITAGE PLANNING STAFF: Date of Property Owner Notification: STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE 73 YOUNG STREET Summary of Significance Social Value Design/Physical Value Economic Value Historical/Associative Value Environmental Value Contextual Value Municipal Address: 73 Young Street Legal Description: Plan 401 Part Lots 1, 3-5 and 7 Year Built: 1900 Architectural Style: Gothic Original Owner: Original Use: Church Condition: Good Description of Cultural Heritage Resource 73 Young Street is an early 20th century building built in the Gothic architectural style. The building is situated on a 0.98 acre parcel of land located on the east side of Weber Young Street between Duke Street West and Weber Street West in the City Commercial Core Planning Community of the City of Kitchener within the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the church. Heritage Value 73 Young Street is recognized for its design/physical, historical/associative and contextual values. Design/Physical Value The design/physical value of this building resides in its Gothic architecture, laid out in the shape of a Latin Cross with extensive use of decorative brick and stone moulding, buttresses, and circular brick tiles and overall symmetry of the church with similar façade and fenestration patterns on the facades. Front/Main Façade (West Elevation) The main façade of the church can broadly be divided into three sections: The left most section is a three-storey tower of red brick construction with two brick buttresses on either end and with a brick corbel table on the third storey. There are two long arched windows with tracery on the arches. The first-storey has a single two-over- two arched window. The ground floor level also has a big arched window with decorative detailing and tracery. There is a band of decorative stone bandcourses on each storey. All the windows have decorative stone moulding and trefoil detailing. The central part of this elevation contains two big arched doors with tracery with stone detailing. The first storey has a gable end with a cross at the top and brick quoining one the roof slopes towards the peak. Above these doors is a statue of Virgin Mary in the centre, with two circular rose brick tiles on each side. One the second and third storeys, there are two decorative stone arches with gable peaks on either end, with a large central decorative stone arch containing a large central rose window with tracery, and a decorative rose brick wall tile and smaller arched windows underneath it. This section also has a gable end with a cross with brick quoining. The right most section of this façade includes two square buttressed towers with conical peals topped with small crosses with a total height of four (4) storeys. The first storey includes a door with decorative tracery and stone detailing. The second and third storeys also contain arched windows with tracery with the top of the tower containing three arched but segmented windows. There are decorative stone bandcourses on each storey of the tower. Side Façade (North elevation facing Weber Street) This façade includes a three-storey tower following the same fenestration and decorative pattern from the left-most section of the front façade, except instead of a door, the first storey has a small arched window with decorative stone moulding. The central part of this façade is only one-storey, and has four (4) buttresses, with gable peaks and decorative brick arches, dividing the façade into 5 bays. Each bay contains a large arched stained glass window with tracery with two small arched windows on either side of them. At the end of this façade is a large rose window with a gable peak with decorative brick quoining. There also seems to be an arched entry way on this façade infront of the left hand side corner-most bay. Rear Façade (East elevation facing Ontario Street North) This façade is generally semi-circular with brick buttresses on the upper storey, dividing this façade into five (5) bays on each storey. There is a circular window with tracery, with a chimney with decorative brick detailing. There also seems to be wooden addition on this façade which was added probably after the church was built. One the ground storey, each bay contains three (3) arched windows with a soldier course and sills. At the end of the fifth bay, there a rectangular extension with arches windows and sills. Side Façade ( South Façade Facing Duke Street) This façade includes a circular window with tracery on one end, with a section protruding from the rest of the façade. This section has a gable peak with a cross and a large circular rose window with tracery, stone moulding and a small arched window underneath that. Following a similar façade pattern as the elevation facing Weber Street, the central part of this façade includes four (4) buttresses with brick gable peaks and brick arches, dividing this section into 5 bays. Each bay contains large arched stained-glass windows with tracery and decorative stone moulding. On the other side of this façade are two squared buttressed towers with conical peaks topped with small crosses. The first storey includes a small arched window with decorative stone moulding. The second-storey includes a larger window with decorative stone moulding and tracery. The third storey includes two windows with trefoil tracery and decorative stone detailing. The tower peak includes three arched windows with decorative stone moulding and brick corbelling. Historical/Associative Value The historic and associative values relate to the original owner and use of the property and buildings and the contribution they made to the history of Berlin (now Kitchener). This land has always been used a church, with that use continuing till today. The church today sits on land that was purchased on August 16, 1854 from David travelled to St. Agatha Church to attend Mass. In 1852, Kitchener, which at that time was Berlin, was chosen to be the county seat. Since this was chosen to be the leading community, the Jesuits chose the this area to make a community centre. Father Rupert Ebner S.J., who was the spiritual leader from 1848 to 1856, encouraged the Catholics of Strassburg Williamsburg, Bridgeport, and Lexington to unite with those of Berlin to build a church, and the group agreed. On September 17, 1854, the cornerstone was laid by Bishop DeCharbonnel of the Toronto Diocese. The church was completed in 1856, blessed by Bishop Farell, the first Bishop of Hamilton, and was given the title of St. Mary of the Seven Dolors. The original church measured 80 by 40 feet with additions being constructed in the next few years. On June 26, 1892, a meeting held in the church resulted in a discussion for funding the construction of a new church because of crowding and it was decided that the church would collect monthly funding to fund the new church. By 1899, the church had sufficient funds to purchase the adjoining land from John Fenell for &7,500.00. On September 30, 1900, Bishop T. J. Downing laid the cornerstone and in the late autumn of 1903, the church was completed. It had been planned by Arthur William Holmes of Toronto. Ite of construction, having been built at a time when Kitchener was Berlin, makes this church is one of the oldest churches and buildings in Kitchener, thus having significant historical and associative value. Arthur William Holmes This building also has significant associative builder due to Arthur William Holmes, the architect of the Church, who devoted most of his career to designing buildings for the Roman Catholic Church in Southern Ontario. Holmes was born in London, England in 1863 and received his early education there. He then went on to train with George Edmund Street (1824- England. Holmes emigrated to Canada in 1885 and opened an office on Adelaide Street in Toronto. Initially, he worked with Joseph Connolly, first as a student then as a draftsman. During this time, he converted from Protestant to Catholic, which would have profound effects on his career. Upon entering into a partnership with Albert A. Post in July 1891, together they executed several designs for Catholic churches in communities around the Toronto Region. With the death of Joseph Connolly in 1904, Holmes became the successor of his former mentor, and Holmes then dominated the field of ecclesiastical design for Roman Catholic Churches in southern Ontario until 1940. Some of his works include: Holy family Roman Catholic Church at King Street West in Preston, St. Contextual Value The contextual value relates to physical, historical, functional and visual link to the buildings surroundings. The building is located on the block bounded by Duke Street, Young Street, Weber Street and Ontario Street. The west portion of this block was Catholic Presbytery; and, known as the Notre Dame Convent) has a strong visual presence, including important views, on Duke Street and Young Street as the building occupies a large site slightly elevated on a hill. This church has also been recognized as a landmark within Kitchener. Social Value has been Kitchener for over a century. This building has been providing these services for over 100 years and as mentioned in its contextual value, has become a landmark and a place of importance in the community. Places of worship often provide intangible community value as a place where people gather during, and is often a central piece of a community. Heritage Attributes The heritage value of 73 Young Street resides in the following heritage attributes of the Gothic architectural style: All elements related to the construction and architectural style of the building, including: o all elevations of the building o The scale and massing of the building; o Roofline; o plan of building in the shape of a Latin cross; o red brick, including brick buttresses and other brick details; o stone decorative details, including surrounding windows, on the buttressed towers and sills; o gothic pointed arch door and window openings, including: gothic pointed arch windows with tracery; four sets of double wood doors with hinges on the front elevation; stained glass windows; rose window and statue of the Virgin Mary above front doors; rose windows on the transepts; o two square buttressed towers with conical peaks topped with small crosses; and; o decorative circular brick tiles above rose windows and on either side of statue of Mary; o trefoil stone details; o Rusticated stone foundation; and o All other decorative elements on all elevations of the building. All elements related to the contextual value of the building; o The original location of the building at the intersection of Weber Street West and Young Street. PHOTOS 73 Young Street Front (west) Façade 73 Young Street Front (west) and North Façade 73 Young Street Architectural Detailing 73 Young Street East Façade (looking towards Ontario Street North) 73 Young Street South Façade (looking towards Duke Street) CULTURAL HERITAGE EVALUATION FORM Andrew Portegen, 73 Young Street Donny Vongphakdy Address: Recorder: Roman Catholic Church, c. 1900 March 14, 2023 Description: Date: (date of construction, architectural style, etc) Photographs Attached: Front Facade Left Façade Right Façade Rear Facade Details Setting Recorder Heritage Kitchener Heritage Planning Staff Designation Criteria Committee 1. This property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method. 2. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. 3. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No design value or Yes Yes physical value because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. * E.g. - constructed with a unique material combination or use, incorporates challenging geometric designs etc. 4. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 5. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical or Yes Yes associative value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. * E.g - A commercial building may provide an understanding of how the economic development of the City occured. Additional archival work may be required. 6. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No historical value or Yes Yes associative value because it A.W. holmes demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. * Additional archival work may be required. 7. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. * E.g. - It helps to define an entrance point to a neighbourhood or helps establish the (historic) rural character of an area. 8. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings. * Additional archival work may be required. 9. The property has N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No contextual value Yes Yes because it is a landmark. *within the region, city or neighborhood. Notes Breezeway connects church to parish office at 56 Duke Street, Wooden addition/lean-to at rear/ left of building. Left face, new brick entrance for elevator entrance, roof appears newer black metal roofing Additional Criteria Recorder Heritage Planning Staff Interior: Is the interior N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No arrangement, finish, Yes Yes craftsmanship and/or detail noteworthy? Completeness: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure have other Yes Yes original outbuildings, notable landscaping or external features that complete the site? Site Integrity: Does the N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No structure occupy its Yes Yes original site? * If relocated, is it relocated on its original site, moved from another site, etc. Alterations: Does this N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No building retain most of its Yes !Yes original materials and ! design features? Please ! refer to the list of heritage attributes within the Statement of Significance and indicate which elements are still existing and which ones have been removed. Alterations: Are there N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No additional elements or Yes !Yes ! features that should be Stone Foundation ! added to the heritage Stone Foundation attribute list? All other architectural detailing on all facades not yet included within the Statement of Significance Condition: Is the building N/A Unknown No N/A Unknown No in good condition? Yes Yes *E.g. - Could be a good candidate for adaptive re-use if possible and contribute towards equity-building and climate change action. Indigenous History: Could this site be of importance N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes to Indigenous heritage and history? Additional Research Required Additional Research Required *E.g. - Site within 300m of water sources, near distinct topographical land, or near cemeteries might have archaeological potential and indigenous heritage potential. N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Could there be any urban Indigenous history Additional Research Required Additional Research Required associated with the property? * Additional archival work may be required. Function: What is the Unknown Residential CoUnknown Residential Co present function of the mmercial mmercial subject property? Office Other _-_Place Office Other - of Worship____ ________________ * Other may include vacant, social, institutional, etc. and important for the community from an equity building perspective. Diversity and Inclusion: N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes Does the subject property contribute to the cultural Additional Research Required Additional Research Required heritage of a community of people? Does the subject property N/A Unknown No Yes N/A Unknown No Yes have intangible value to a specific community of Additional Research Required Additional Research Required people? * E.g.- Waterloo Masjid (Muslim Society of Waterloo & Wellington Counties) was the first established Islamic Center and Masjid in the Region and contributes to the history of the Muslim community in the area. Notes about Additional Criteria Examined Recommendation Does this property meet the definition of a significant built heritage resource, and should it be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act? (Does it meet two or more of the designation criteria?) N/A Unknown No Yes ! If not, please select the appropriate action for follow-up Remove from the Municipal Heritage Register Additional Research Required Other: General / Additional Notes TO BE FILLED BY HERITAGE PLANNING STAFF: Date of Property Owner Notification: