Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2021 02 22

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HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE ANALYSIS AND CRITERIA FOR LISTING AS LOCAL LANDMARK: In order to receive a City landmark designation, landmarks must be at least 50 years old and meet one or more of the criteria for architectural, social or geographic/environmental significance as described in Louisville Municipal Code (LMC) Section 15.36.050(A). Staff finds that this application complies with the above criterion by the following: CRITERIA FINDINGS Landmarks must be at The First Baptist Church at 701 Grant Avenue was constructed least 50 years old circa 1901. Landmarks must meet Architectural Significance - Exemplifies specific elements one or more of the criteria of an architectural style or period. for architectural, social or geographic%nvironmental The church structure is an early 20th century wood frame significance vernacular building. It is a unique building type for Old Town. The church structure has maintained much of its original form and includes historic windows with decorative arched patterns, four over four. The structure was converted to residential use in 1971. This house is associated with the historic development of Louisville and the Pleasant Hill subdivision. • The City's residential historic context notes this property as a notable non-residential structure in the Pleasant Hill subdivision. • The property is on a corner lot facing Pine Street and Grant Avenue, and the facades facing these streets maintain much of the original form of the historic building and retains significant architectural integrity when viewed from the street. Staff finds the style and integrity of the structure meets the criteria for architectural significance. Social Significance - Exemplifies cultural, political, economic or social heritage of the community. • The property served as the Baptist church for the community from 1901 to 1971 contributing to the cultural and social heritage of Louisville during this time. • With the history of this property serving a Baptist congregation specifically, this church is also an important representation of Louisville's cultural diversity of even some of its earliest settlers. Staff finds the church is associated with the cultural and social heritage of the community.