Historic Preservation Commission Agenda and Packet 2019 10 21

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pitches of the roof. The original structure has a rectangular plan with a wide front porch along the front fagade. The windows and doors are in the original location. However, they do not appear to be original; the windows on the south side of the house were replaced with larger windows, and the window awnings were added at a later time. Primary changes occurred over time: • Rear porch enclosed (post-1948); • Window awnings added (post-1948); • Stone veneer added to front fagade (timing unknown); • Roof and siding replaced (timing unknown); • Window replacement (timing unknown). 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 principal structure at 816 Lincoln was constructed circa least 50 years old 1909, is 110 years old and meets this criteria. Landmarks must meet Architectural Significance - Exemplifies specific one or more of the criteria elements of an architectural style or period. for architectural, social or • The structure at 816 Lincoln is an early geographic/environmental twentieth century wood frame residential significance structure. It has a rectangular footprint and features a tall front gable roof and a full -width porch along the front fagade. The door and window placement appears to be original. 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 structure at 816 Lincoln Avenue has changed hands numerous times since being built. Many of those owners were associated with the different ethnic groups that have historically called Louisville home (French, English, and Central European). • Multiple families (Wattelet, Husband, Hutchinson, Kranker) who owned the property had ties to the local mining industry. Although the various owners represent the historical cultural heritage of French, English, and Central European residents known to have distinct