On Thursday, February 11, 2021 at lunchtime, nearly 20 community members safely gathered on the public right-of-way to show their love for 65 & 69 Phila Street that are proposed for demolition. These buildings have been listed on the Foundation’s “Ten to Save” List since the endangered list program was created in 1998. The 1851 Italianate style house clad with wood clapboard located at 65 Phila Street was constructed by Alexander A. Patterson, an architect and builder. That same year the brick Italianate style house located at 69 Phila Street was constructed by mason Robert Hunter. Both houses are listed as contributing buildings to the East Side Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Despite their poor condition, the buildings still retain their architectural integrity.
WRGB CBS 6 joined the Foundation and highlighted our efforts to preserve these buildings, which can be viewed below:
The owners of 65 and 69 Phila Street are requesting demolition due to the condition of the properties. The Foundation strongly opposes this request, as this is a self-created hardship that could have been prevented. To learn more CLICK HERE.