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Report To: Planning and Development Committee
Date of Meeting: June 16, 2025 Report Number: PDS-035-25
Authored By: Alicia da Silva, Planner I, Jane Wang, Senior Planner, Community
Planning, Planning and Infrastructure Services
Submitted By: Darryl Lyons, Deputy CAO, Planning and Infrastructure Services
Reviewed By: Mary-Anne Dempster, CAO
By-law Number: Resolution Number:
File Number: PLN 34.5
Report Subject: Intent to Pursue Heritage Designation Multiple Properties
Recommendations:
1.That Report PSD-035-25, and any related delegations or communication items, be
received;
2.That the Clerk issue a Notice of Intention to Designate the following properties as a
cultural heritage resource as individual designations under Part IV of the Ontario
Heritage Act;
1)33 King Street West, Bowmanville,
2)19 1/2 - 23 King Street West, Bowmanville,
3)175 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville,
4)192 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville,
5)3347 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville, and
6)1598 Baseline Road West, Courtice.
3.That the Clerk prepare the necessary by-laws if no objection(s) are received within
30 days after the date of publication of the Notice of Intention or staff will report back
to Council regarding objection(s); and
4.That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-035-25 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
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Report Overview
The Municipality is responsible for recognizing, protecting and conserving valuable heritage
assets. Based on cultural heritage evaluations and consultation with the Clarington Heritage
Committee (CHC), Municipality of Clarington Staff recommend the designation of the
following properties under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act:
o 33 King Street West;
o 19 ½ - 23 King Street West;
o 175 Liberty Street North;
o 192 Liberty Street North;
o 3347 Liberty Street North; and
o 1598 Baseline Road West.
Council holds the responsibility to designate a property when it concludes that the property
meets the criteria outlined in Ontario Regulation 9/06 of the Ontario Heritage Act, indicating
cultural heritage value or interest. Designation ensures the future of these significant cultural
resources are appropriately conserved and continue to be an integral part of Clarington’s
history. Report PDS-035-25 recommends that six properties be designated under Part IV of
the Ontario Heritage Act.
1. Background
Introduction
1.1 Cultural heritage is important to reflect the history, traditions, and values of a
community. It also contributes to a sense of place that fosters a community's identity
and cohesion.
1.2 Council holds the responsibility to designate a property under Part IV of the Ontario
Heritage Act (OHA) when it concludes that the property meets the criteria outlined in
Ontario Regulation 9/06 (O.Reg 9/06), indicating cultural heritage value or interest. A
property is required to meet two or more criteria outlined in O .Reg.9/06 to be
designated.
Heritage Information Session
1.3 The OHA was amended by the More Homes Built Faster Act (Bill 23), which came into
effect on November 28, 2022. Bill 23 amended the OHA in that a non-designated
property on the Municipal Register be removed from the Register after two years if no
Notice of Intention to Designate has been issued.
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1.4 Clarington has 55 listed properties on the Municipal Register that must be evaluated
and a Notice of Intention to Designate the property (if warranted) given prior to January
1, 2027 or they will be automatically removed from the list.
1.5 Evaluation of the listed properties is underway in accordance with the criteria under the
OHA. Council provided budget for the completion of the evaluations in 2023.
1.6 A Heritage Information Session was held virtually on October 23, 2024 to provide an
overview of the status of listed properties under OHA, the heritage evaluation process,
the designation process and what it means to the property owner to have a designated
property. Owners of all properties listed on the Municipal Register were invited to learn
about the difference between a “Listed” and “Designated” heritage buildings, as well as
hear information on myths and benefits of heritage designation and to establish direct
communication with Staff.
Properties proposed to be designated
1.7 The Clarington Heritage Committee (CHC) conducted preliminary evaluations of the
following properties that are listed on the Municipal Register.
o 33 King Street West;
o 19 ½ - 23 King Street West;
o 175 Liberty Street North;
o 192 Liberty Street North;
o 3347 Liberty Street North;
o 1598 Baseline Road West.
1.8 Using this information as a starting point, Archaeological Research Associates Ltd.
(ARA) conducted an evaluation and completed Cultural Heritage Evaluation reports for
each of the subject properties. Each report concluded that the subject property
contained significant heritage attributes, indicating they meet the designation criteria
outlined in O.Reg 9/06 and recommended the property be designated. The CHC and
ARA collectively recommend designation of the six subject properties.
1.9 The location of each of the properties is identified in Figures 1 and 2. A Statement of
Significance and List of Character-Defining Features for each property can be found in
Attachments 1-6 of this report.
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Figure 1: Properties Recommended to be designated (Bowmanville)
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Figure 2: Property Recommended to be designated (Courtice)
2. Protecting Cultural Heritage Resources
2.1 The conservation of significant natural, cultural, and archaeological resources is a
matter of provincial interest identified in the Provincial Planning Statement (PPS) 2024,
which is reinforced by the OHA.
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2.2 The recently updated Provincial Planning Statement (2024) includes policies that
promote the protection of heritage properties. According to Section 4.6, protected
heritage properties can contain both built heritage resources or cultural heritage
landscapes and shall be conserved. Planning authorities are encouraged to develop
and implement proactive strategies for conserving significant built heritage resources
and cultural heritage landscapes. Designation provides a mechanism to achieve the
necessary protection.
3. Legislation
Ontario Heritage Act
3.1 The OHA empowers a municipality to pass a by-law to designate properties that it
considered to be of cultural heritage significance, in consultation with its Heritage
Committee. The CHC supports the designation of the six subject properties.
3.2 The OHA outlines the process to designate a property. Now that the CHC has
recommended the designation to Council, the next step in the designation process is
publishing the Notice of Intention to Designate in the locally circulated newspaper and
the municipal website. A summary description of the heritage designation process is
found in Attachment 7 of this report.
3.3 Once a property is designated by by-law under Part IV of the OHA, the property owner
is required to obtain consent for any proposed significant alterations to the building’s
heritage features that are listed in the designation by-law, or for demolition of all or part
of the structure, or its significant attributes.
Envision Durham: Region of Durham Official Plan
3.4 Envision Durham, the Region of Durham Official Plan, outlines objectives for complete
communities, which includes promoting the conservation, protection and enhancement
of built and cultural heritage resources and landscapes. This section encourages
municipalities to utilize the OHA to conserve, protect and enhance the built and cultural
heritage resources of the municipality.
3.5 Envision Durham prioritizes the recognition, conservation, and enhancement of cultural
heritage such as downtowns, historical areas, scenic lookout areas, archaeological sites
or natural elements that are valued together for their interrelationship, meaning or
association with the community.
Clarington Official Plan
3.6 Promoting cultural heritage conservation is identified as a goal to foster civic pride and a
sense of place, strengthen the local economy and enhance the quality of life for
Clarington residents. Section 8 of the Clarington Official Plan, 2018 directs the
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designation of cultural heritage resources under Part IV of the OHA, with assistance
from the CHC, in support of achieving the Municipality’s cultural heritage objectives.
4. Communications
4.1 Prior to completing the Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for the listed properties,
letters were sent to property owners of each subject property inviting them to the
heritage information session. They were also notified that the municipality will start the
heritage evaluation process for their property.
4.2 Staff communicated with the subject property owners sharing that Cultural Heritage
Evaluation Reports had been completed on their properties and providing a copy of the
reports. Property owners were invited to contact Planning and Infrastructure Services
staff to discuss the consultant’s evaluation. They were also invited to attend the CHC
meeting when the report was being discussed. They were informed of the Committee’s
recommendations.
4.3 The property owners were also notified that a staff report would be presented to the
Planning & Development Committee June 16, 2025 recommending the designation of
the subject properties under Part IV of the OHA.
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5. 33 King Street West, Bowmanville
Figure 3: 33 King Street West, Bowmanville
5.1 33 King Street West is part of a commercial street wall on the south side of King Street
West and is in the commercial core of the historic Village of Bowmanville. The building
holds historical significance as the last remaining structure from the Andrew Block of the
historic commercial core. It also has historical significance for its association with
businesswoman Annie Anderson, the first owner, and as a representative example of
Italianate-style commercial architecture.
5.2 The Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report indicates the property meets the designation
criteria and recommends the property be designated . The report was circulated to the
CHC and the property owner and was reviewed by Staff.
5.3 The Committee passed Motion 25.22 to recommend to Council the designation of 33
King Street West, Bowmanville, under Part IV of the OHA. Staff notified the property
owner, however the property owner did not respond .
5.4 See Attachment 1 for a detailed Statement of Significance and List of Character-
Defining Features for 33 King Street West, Bowmanville.
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6. 19 ½ - 23 King Street West, Bowmanville
Figure 4: 19 ½ - 23 King Street West, Bowmanville
6.1 19 1/2 - 23 King Street West is part of a commercial street wall on the south side of King
Street West and located in the commercial core of the historic Village of Bowmanville.
Also known as the Victoria Building, it has historic value for being one of the oldest
remaining buildings from the 19th century commercial core and is associated with the
Murdoch family. It is also a representative example of a commercial building constructed
in the Italianate architectural style.
6.2 The Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report indicates the property meets the designation
criteria and recommends the property be designated . The report was circulated to the
CHC and the property owner and was reviewed by Staff.
6.3 The Committee passed Motion 25.23 to recommend to Council the designation of 19 ½-
23 King Street West, Bowmanville, under Part IV of the OHA. The property owner
attended the March 18, 2025 Committee meeting and did not express objection to
designation.
6.4 See Attachment 2 for a detailed Statement of Significance and List of Character-
Defining Features for 19 1/2 - 23 King Street West.
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7. 175 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Figure 5: 175 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
7.1 175 Liberty Street North, known as Law house, is located on the east side of Liberty
Street North, north of Concession Street and south of Swindells Street, in Bowmanville.
The property has design value as a representative example of a residential building
constructed in the Gothic Revival architectural style. It has historical value because it is
directly associated with the Galbraith family, who were early residents and important to
the growth and development of Bowmanville. 175 Liberty Street North is historically
linked to 172 Liberty Street North and 192 Liberty Street North which are in the
surrounding area. The three properties were said to represent “Law”, “Medicine” and
“Gospel”.
7.2 The Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report indicates the property meets the designation
criteria and recommends the property be designated . The report was circulated to the
CHC and the property owner and was reviewed by Staff.
7.3 The Committee passed Motion 25.26 to recommend to Council the designation of 175
Liberty North, Bowmanville, under Part IV of the OHA. Staff notified the property owner,
however the property owner did not respond.
7.4 See Attachment 3 for a detailed Statement of Significance and List of Character-
Defining Features for 175 Liberty Street North.
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8. 192 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Figure 6: 192 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
8.1 192 Liberty Street North, known as Medicine House, is located on the west side of
Liberty Street North, north of Concession Street and south of Third Street, in
Bowmanville. The property has design value as a representative example of a Georgia n
architectural style residence. It is historically associated with Dr. William Allison, a
physician who was significant to the early development of Bowmanville and is also
linked to 175 Liberty Street North and 172 Liberty Street North.
8.2 The Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report indicates the property meets the designation
criteria and recommends the property be designated . The report was circulated to the
CHC and the property owner and was reviewed by Staff.
8.3 The Committee passed Motion 25.31 to recommend to Council the designation of 192
Liberty North, Bowmanville, under Part IV of the OHA. The property owner contacted
Staff to discuss designation and does not object.
8.4 See Attachment 4 for a detailed Statement of Significance and List of Character-
Defining Features for 192 Liberty Street North.
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9. 3347 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
9.1 3347 Liberty Street North is located on the east side of Liberty Street North, north of
Concession Road 3, south of Concession Road 4, Bowmanville, in the Municipality of
Clarington. The property has design value as a representative example of a residentia l
building constructed in the Ontario Regency Cottage architectural style. It also has
design value, displaying a high degree of craftsmanship within the local context.
9.2 The Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report indicates the property meets the designation
criteria and recommends the property be designated . The report was circulated to the
CHC and the property owner and was reviewed by Staff.
9.3 The Committee passed Motion 25.28 to recommend to Council the designation of 3347
Liberty North, Bowmanville, under Part IV of the OHA. The property owners contacted
staff and obtained the evaluation report, but did not provide any feedback on the
designation.
9.4 See Attachment 5 for a detailed Statement of Significance and List of Character-
Defining Features for 3347 Liberty Street North.
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10. 1598 Baseline Road West, Courtice
Figure 8: 1598 Baseline Road West, Courtice
10.1 1598 Baseline Road, also known as Trull House, is located on the north side of Baseline
Road, west of Trulls Road, east of Prestonvale Road and north of Hwy 401. The
building has design value as a representative example of a residence constructed in the
Gothic Revival architectural style with stone masonry displaying a high degree of
craftsmanship. The property is directly associated with the Trull family, who were the
first settlers in the Courtice area. It is also historically linked to the Trull cemetery, which
was severed from the subject property in 1906.
10.2 The Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report indicates the property meets the designation
criteria and recommends the property be designated . The report was circulated to the
CHC and the property owner and was reviewed by staff.
10.3 The Committee passed Motion 25.32 to recommend to Council the designation of 1598
Baseline Road West, Courtice, under Part IV of the OHA. The Committee provided
additional information regarding the cultural significance of the property. Staff notified
the property owner, however the property owner did not respond.
10.4 See Attachment 6 for a detailed Statement of Significance and List of Character-
Defining Features for 1598 Baseline Road.
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11. Financial Considerations
Potential future financial consideration may be to hire external heritage consultants to
provide evidence at the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) in support of designation if an
appeal is made. External legal services may also be required in the event of any
appeals to the OLT.
12. Strategic Plan
12.1 The Clarington Strategic Plan 2024-27 outlines the objectives to cultivate a strong,
thriving, and connected community where everyone is welcome. Designation of the
subject properties contributes to achieving one of the priorities (Connect 4.1) that
promotes and supports local arts, culture, and heritage sectors.
13. Climate Change
Not Applicable.
14. Concurrence
Not Applicable.
15. Conclusion
15.1 The Clarington Heritage Committee and Staff are in support of the designation of the
following properties as individual designations under Part IV of the OHA:
o 33 King Street West;
o 19 ½ - 23 King Street West;
o 175 Liberty Street North;
o 192 Liberty Street North;
o 3347 Liberty Street North; and
o 1598 Baseline Road West.
15.2 Should no objections be received by the Municipal Clerk within 30 da ys of publishing the
Notice of Intention to designate, the proposed by-law designating the property will be
forwarded to Council for approval. Alternatively, if an objection(s) is received, Staff will
provide a report to Council.
15.3 Upon designation, the owner of the property will be presented with a bronze plaque
signifying the significance of the property to the community and the Municipality as a
whole.
15.4 It is respectfully recommended that the Recommendations be adopted as presented .
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Staff Contact: Alicia da Silva, Planner I, 905-623-3379 ext. 2340 or adasilva@clarington.net.
Jane Wang, Senior Planner, 905-623-3379 ext. 2411 or jwang@clarington.net.
Attachments:
Attachment 1 – Cultural Heritage Description for 33 King Street West, Bowmanville
Attachment 2 – Cultural Heritage Description for 19 ½ - 23 King Street West, Bowmanville
Attachment 3 – Cultural Heritage Description for 175 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Attachment 4 – Cultural Heritage Description for 192 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Attachment 5 – Cultural Heritage Description for 3347 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Attachment 6 – Cultural Heritage Description for 1598 Baseline Road West, Courtice
Attachment 7 – Heritage Designation Process
Interested Parties:
List of Interested Parties available from Department.
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33 King Street West, Bowmanville
Statement of Significance and List of Character-Defining Features
Description
33 King Street West is part of a commercial streetwall on the south side of King Street
West and located in the commercial core of the historic Village of Bowmanville. It
consists of a two-storey commercial Italianate building constructed in 1883.
Physical/Design Value
33 King Street West is a representative example of a commercial building constructed in
the Italianate architectural style. The two-storey brick building follows a rectangular plan
and has a flat roof which showcases an ornate parapet which are key features of
commercial Italianate design. The parapet includes several stylistics features including
highly decorated cornice with a cavetto along the top followed by molded trim finished
with gingerbread along the bottom, rhythmically placed paired wood brackets, which is
all framed by large, paired end brackets. The parapet end brackets are topped by an
additional decorative element reminiscent of a birdhouse the design of which is
repeated in the belt course between the first and second storeys as well as on other
buildings along King Street West. The prominent decorative band is also comprised of
ornate moulded wood trim. The upper level has three rhythmically placed segmentally
arched window openings with brick voussoirs, a central keystone which includes a
decorative thistle design, and lug sills which are features of Italianate architecture. The
formal storefront entrance and secondary entrance has wood panel surrounds which
create an asymmetrical but balanced composition. The recessed rectangular store
entrance is located beside a large storefront window opening which is also accented
with wood panelling and showcases typical feature of commercial buildings built in the
Italianate architectural style.
Historical/Associative Value
33 King Street West has historical value for being the last building associated with the
Andrew Block of the historic commercial core and with the first owner and
businesswoman, Annie Anderson. The ‘Andrew Block’, is named after Reginald Andrew,
who was one of the people responsible for the construction of the building around 1883,
while Annie Anderson, was the first owner and commercial operator. Reginald Barret
Andrew was born on June 20, 1852, in Bowmanville, to Joseph Barrett Andrew (1824-
1877) Mary Darlington (1820-1905). In the early 1880s a new block of commercial
property along King Street was built by Reginald B. Andrew and Joseph Ruse. A series
of three connected buildings were constructed between 1881 and 1883, and the
building at 33 King Street West was the last of this block to be constructed. The
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construction was finished in 1883, and the commercial building became part of what
was known as the ‘Andrew Block’.
Upon completion, 33 King Street West came into the ownership of Annie Smith
Anderson. Annie S. Anderson (nee Younie) was born on September 5, 1843, in
Darlington Township. Mrs. Anderson was a woman entrepreneur and the first
commercial occupant of 33 King Street West. Mrs. Anderson operated a successful
millinery and fancy good store from 1883 until around 1888. The following two
commercial businesses which occupied the building were also owned and operated by
women. Alice Ann Ives operated the storefront as a merchant tailor from 1888 until
1921, followed by Edith Scobell who ran an insurance agency from 1921 until 1948. The
sale of the property by Edith in 1948 ended a 65 year period of businesses that were
owned and operated by women. Subsequence business that operated out of 33 King
Street West included a television store and repair shop, a paint and wallpaper business,
a salon, a fabric store, and a series of florists, and a café, among others.
The other two buildings that make up the Andrew Block, 25 King Street West and 29-31
King Street West, were destroyed by a fire in 2008. Although 33 King Street West was
heavily damaged and remained vacant for at least a year it was eventually repaired and
restored to its former appearance. The exterior of the 33 King Street West remains the
only example of the 19th century commercial buildings associated with the Andrew
Block.
Contextual Value
33 King Street West is important in supporting the late-19th and early-20th century
commercial core associated with the historic Village of Bowmanville. The lot lines,
layout, and built form of the commercial core of the historic village of Bowmanville was
well-established in the early to mid-19th century. The concentration and growth of the
commercial core along King Street played a significant role in the social and economic
development and growth of Bowmanville. The historic commercial core along King
Street has been an important place of gathering and a center for social, commercial,
and recreational activities for over 100 years. The commercial core has been the site of
street fairs, parades, and festivals, and serves as an important place of gathering.
Located along King Street West, the buildings in the historical village core are
comprised of predominantly one to three-storey commercial properties with defined
commercial storefronts along the first storey, primarily brick construction and often
showcase ornate details, particularly along roofline and window openings. 33 King
Street West is part of the commercial street wall along this block and exhibits, massing,
style, and decorative details consistent with commercial core of the historic village of
Bowmanville.
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Description of Heritage Attributes
33 King Street West is a representative example of a commercial building constructed in
the Italianate architectural style. The property contains the following heritage attributes
that reflects this value:
o Two -storey commercial building constructed in the Italianate architectural style
o Rectangular plan with flat roof
o Ornate parapet with large, paired end brackets topped by birdhouse design
positioned along each end of roofline
o Decorated cornice with a cavetto along the top followed by molded trim finished
with gingerbread along the bottom and rhythmically placed paired wood brackets
o Segmentally arched window openings with brick voussoirs, central keystone with
thistle design on upper level
o Decorative belt course comprised of ornate molding and large, paired end
brackets topped by birdhouse design positioned between the first and second
storeys
o Asymmetrical but balanced entranceway with recessed rectangular door
openings and a large storefront window opening surrounded by wood panelling
and trim
33 King Street West has historical value for being the last building associated with the
Andrew Block of the historic commercial core and with the first owner and
businesswoman, Annie Anderson. The property contains the following heritage
attributes that reflect this value:
o Two -storey commercial building constructed in the Italianate architectural style
o Rectangular plan with flat roof
o Location on King Street West as part of the streetwall
o Overall massing, setback, and decorative details
33 King Street West is important in supporting the late-19th and early-20th century
commercial core associated with the historic Village of Bowmanville. The property
contains the following heritage attributes that reflect this value:
o Two -storey commercial building constructed in the Italianate architectural style
o Location on King Street West as part of the streetwall
o Overall massing, setback, and decorative details
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19 ½ - 23 King Street West, Bowmanville
Statement of Significance and List of Character-Defining Features
Description
19 1/2 - 23 King Street West is part of a commercial streetwall on the south side of King
Street West and located in the commercial core of the historic Village of Bowmanville. It
consists of an elegant three-storey Italianate commercial building constructed circa
1868.
Physical/Design Value
19 ½ - 23 King Street West is a representative example of a commercial building
constructed in the Italianate architectural style. The three-storey building follows a
rectangular plan, with flat roof with a balanced composition showcasing ornate details
which are representative of Italianate commercial architecture. The building displays
highly decorative windows which include segmental and rounded arch openings finished
with brick voussoirs, keystones, stone stills, and decorative brickwork treatment around
the opening which add an interesting aesthetic. The dichromatic brickwork has several
details including belted courses around windows and between storeys, buff brick
quoins, and an ornate brick parapet. The highly decorative wood cornice that projects
from the roof and showcases a cavetto, moulded trim, and rhythmically placed paired
wood brackets with finials, all of which are representative of features associated with
commercial Italianate architecture. 19 ½ – 23 King Street West has a balanced formal
first storey which includes a recessed primary and secondary entranceway surrounded
by wood panelling. The main level also includes a large storefront window opening
which is protected by an awning which carries through decorative details found on the
cornice, most notably paired brackets.
19 ½ - 23 King Street West displays many representative and highly decorative features
associated with commercial Italianate architectural style. The legibility and retention of
these stylized elements, particularly the decorative cornice and stylized window
openings with brick surrounds, convey the elegance, grandeur, and artistic design intent
of the commercial building.
Historical/Associative Value
19 ½ - 23 King Street West, also known as the Victoria Building, has historic value for
being one of the oldest remaining buildings from the 19th century commercial core and
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is associated with the Murdoch family. Peter Murdoch was born on August 13, 1828, in
Kilmarnock, Scotland to John and Margaret Murdoch and his older brother John was
born in 1809. Peter Murdoch learned the grocery trade in Glasgow before immigrating
first to Cobourg, and then to Bowmanville around 1857. Peter and John purchased a
brick building, known as the Victoria Building, from John Fee in 1862, and operated a
lucrative grocery business. A fire in 1868 destroyed the Murdoch brothers’ store and all
their stock, however they quickly rebuilt the Victoria Building between 1868 and 1869
along with a neighbouring dry goods merchant named F.F. McArthur who also lost his
business to the fire. The entrepreneurial brothers resumed their business and as
business declined, they began cultivating apples in order to ship them back to Britain,
one of the first enterprises in Ontario to do so. The building was eventually sold to
Charles Cawker in 1903, whose family operated a butcher shop and grocery store on
the property until at least the 1960s.
For over a century and a half, 19 ½ - 23 King Street West housed several important
historic commercial businesses including the Murdoch brothers’ grocery store, the
Cawker grocery store, the Royal Bank of Canada during the 1970s, and later by Walter
Frank Realty and Leisure Lady, and is one of the oldest remaining buildings from the
19th century in downtown Bowmanville.
Contextual Value
19 ½ - 23 King Street West is important in supporting the late-19th and early-20th
century commercial core associated with the historic Village of Bowmanville. The lot
lines and block layout of the historic core were well established in the late-19th century.
The concentration and growth of the commercial core along King Street played a
significant role in the social and economic development and growth of Bowmanville. The
historic commercial core along King Street has been an important place of gathering
and a center for social, commercial, and recreational activities for over 150 years. The
commercial core has been the site of street fairs, parades, and festivals, and serves as
an important place of gathering.
Located along King Street West, the buildings in the historical village core are
comprised of predominantly one to three-storey commercial properties with defined
commercial storefronts along the first storey, primarily brick construction, and often
showcase ornate details, particularly along roofline and window openings. 19 ½ - 23
King Street West is part of the commercial street wall along and exhibits, massing, style,
and decorative details consistent with the commercial character of the historic village of
Bowmanville.
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Description of Heritage Attributes
19 ½ - 23 King Street West is a representative example of a commercial building
constructed in the Italianate architectural style. The property contains the following
heritage attributes that reflects this value:
o Three-storey commercial building constructed in the Italianate architectural style
o Dichromatic brickwork with details including belt courses around windows and
between storeys, buff brick quoins, and brick parapet
o Rectangular plan with flat roof
o Ornate parapet with decorative brickwork
o Rhythmically placed segmental and rounded arches window openings finished
with brick voussoirs, keystones, stone stills, and decorative brick surrounds
o Highly decorative wood cornice with rhythmically paced wood brackets
o Formal front entrance with recessed entranceway, wood panel surrounds and
large storefront window opening which is protected by an awning which carries
through the decorative details found on the cornice, most notably paired brackets
19 ½ - 23 King Street West, also known as the Victoria Building, has historic value as
being one of the oldest remaining buildings from the 19th century commercial core and
is associated with the Murdoch family. The property contains the following heritage
attributes that reflects this value:
o Three-storey commercial building constructed in the Italianate architectural style
o Overall massing, setback, and decorative details
o Location on King Street West as part of the streetwall
19 ½ - 23 King Street West is important in supporting the late-19th and early-20th
century commercial core associated with the historic Village of Bowmanville. The
property contains the following heritage attributes that reflect this value:
o Three-storey commercial building constructed in the Italianate architectural style
o Overall massing, setback, and decorative details
o Location on King Street West as part of the streetwall
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175 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Statement of Significance and List of Character-Defining Features
Description
175 Liberty Street North, known as Law house, is located on the east side of Liberty
Street North, north of Concession Street and south of Swindells Street, in the
Municipality of Clarington. The property consists of a one-and-a-half storey, red brick
Gothic Revival residence built circa 1855.
Physical/Design Value
175 Liberty Street North has design value as a representative example of a residential
building constructed in the Gothic Revival architectural style. The one-and-a-half storey,
three bay, red brick building (Flemish bond with an English Bond design on the corners)
with its side gable roof and central gable peak with fanlight, rectangular envelope, and
symmetry across elevations are typical features of Gothic Revival design. The façade’s
central projecting frontispiece and prominent recessed entrance with side lights and
transom, flat arch brick voussoirs and rectangular window openings accentuate the
vertical emphasis and are all additional features associated with this style within the
Municipality of Clarington.
Historical/Associative Value
175 Liberty Street North has historical value because it is directly associated with the
Galbraith family, specifically Malcolm and John Keith, who were early residents and
important to the growth and development of Bowmanville. Malcolm Galbraith was a
Scottish immigrant who arrived in Canada in 1844, settling in Darlington Township in
1845. He purchased the subject lands and built “Meadowbank” in 1855. A solicitor by
training he worked as a barrister and served as Bowmanville’s Treasurer from 1861 until
1881 and as a Justice of the Peace in 1869. Malcolm Galbraith died in 1883 and buried
in Bowmanville Cemetery. John Keith Galbraith, Malcolm’s son, inherited “Meadowbank”
in 1865 and in 1871 he deeded it to his sister Mary-Ann Galbraith. Like his father, John
worked as a barrister on King Street in Bowmanville, and also served as the Mayor of
Bowmanville for one term in 1890. John died in 1903 and is buried alongside family
members in Bowmanville Cemetery. Both individuals are historically associated with the
administration of the town of Bowmanville in the mid to late nineteenth century.
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Contextual Value
175 Liberty Street North is historically linked to 172 Liberty Street North and 192 Liberty
Street North which are located in the surrounding area. The three properties were said
to represent “Law”, “Medicine” and “Gospel”. 175 Liberty Street North, built in 1855, is
associated with “Law” due to Malcolms role as Solicitor in the community. 172 Liberty
Street North, built in 1857, is associated with “Gospel” due to its use as a Mance for
Minister’s of the St. Andrew’s Church of Scotland. 192 Liberty Street North, built circa
1850 is associated with “Medicine” due to is connection to Dr. William Allison a Scottish
physician. These three houses were important in serving the community needs and
supporting the early growth and development in Bowmanville.
Description of Heritage Attributes
175 Liberty Street North has design value as a representative example of a residential
building constructed in the Gothic Revival architectural style. The property contains the
following heritage attributes that reflect this value:
o One-and-a-half storey Gothic Revival building
o Three bay red brick building in Flemish Bond with an English Bond design on the
corners
o Side gable roof with central gable peak and fanlight
o Overall symmetry across elevations
o Central projecting frontispiece
o Prominent entrance with side lights and transom and stone lintel and keystone
o Rectangular window openings with flat arch brick voussoirs and stone lug sills
175 Liberty Street North has historical value because it is directly associated with the
Galbraith family, specifically Malcolm and John Keith, who were early residents and
important to the growth and development of Bowmanville. The property contains the
following heritage attribute that reflect this value:
o Orientation, massing, and visibility from Liberty Street North
175 Liberty Street North is historically linked to 172 Liberty Street North and 192 Liberty
Street North which are located in the surrounding area. The property contains the
following heritage attributes that reflect this value:
o Orientation, massing, and visibility from Liberty Street North
o Proximity to 172 Liberty Street North and 192 Liberty Street North
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192 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Statement of Significance and List of Character-Defining Features
Description
192 Liberty Street North, known as Medicine House, is located on the west side of
Liberty Street North, north of Concession Street and south of Third Street, in the
Municipality of Clarington. The property consists of a one-and-a-half storey, stucco
Georgian residence built circa 1855.
Physical/Design Value
The property has design value as a representative example of a Georgian architectural
style residence. The one-and-a-half storey Georgian residence is symmetrically
balanced with a three-bay façade. It follows a rectangular plan, with an end gable roof
with overhanging eaves and return eaves. It has rectangular window openings with lug
sill and central doorway with sidelight and transom which are all features of this style.
The subject property appears to be clad in stucco with a gable dormer with paired
rectangular window openings and a brick chimney.
Historical/Associative Value
192 Liberty Street North is historically associated with Dr. William Allison, a physician,
who was significant to the early development of Bowmanville. Dr. William Allison was
born in the Scottish Lowlands in 1806 and was educated at the University of Edinburgh
before immigrating to Upper Canada in 1835. Working as a country doctor, he earned a
good wage and kept himself up to date on scientific discoveries and medical
breakthroughs of the time. In addition to serving the medical needs of the early settlers
of Bowmanville, Dr. Allison also served as the President of the Mechanic’s Institute, a
Deputy Reeve, and as a Bowmanville Town Councillor.
Contextual Value
192 Liberty Street North is historically linked to 175 Liberty Street North and 172 Liberty
Street North which are located in the surrounding area. The three properties were said
to represent “Law”, “Medicine” and “Gospel”. 192 Liberty Street North, built circa 1855,
is associated with “Medicine” due to its inhabitancy by Dr. Wiliam Allsion, a Scottish
physician. 172 Liberty Street North, “Gospel” was purpose built for use as a Mance for
Minister’s of the St. Andrew’s Church of Scotland in 1857.175 Liberty Street North, built
in 1855, is associated with “Law” due to its association the Malcolm Galbraith, a local
solicitor. These three houses were important in serving the community needs and
supporting the early growth and development in Bowmanville.
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Description of Heritage Attributes
The property has design value as a representative example of a Georgian architectural
style residence. The property contains the following heritage attributes that reflect this
value:
o One-and-a-half storey Georgian residence
o Symmetrically balanced with three-bays (not confirmed)
o Rectangular plan (not confirmed)
o End gable roof with overhanging eaves and return eaves (not confirmed)
o Rectangular window openings with lug sills (not confirmed)
o Central doorway with sidelight and transom (not confirmed)
o Gable dormer with paired window opening (not confirmed)
192 Liberty Street North is historically associated with Dr. William Allison, a physician,
who was significant to the early development of Bowmanville. The property contains the
following heritage attributes that reflect this value:
o Orientation, massing, and location near Liberty Street North
192 Liberty Street North is historically linked to 175 Liberty Street North and 172 Liberty
Street North which are located in the surrounding area. The property contains the
following heritage attributes that reflect this value:
o Proximity to 175 Liberty Street North and 172 Liberty Street North
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3347 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Statement of Significance and List of Character-Defining Features
Description
3347 Liberty Street North is located on the east side of Liberty Street North, north of
Concession Road #3, south of Concession Road #4, Bowmanville, in the Municipality of
Clarington. The property includes a one storey stone Ontario Regency Cottage built as
a residence between 1860 and 1878.
Physical/Design Value
3347 Liberty Street North has design value as a representative example of a residential
building constructed in the Ontario Regency Cottage architectural style. The one-storey,
three bay residence is built with ashlar fieldstone and has a low-profile hip roof with
central peak, board eaves, wooden brackets, unadorned entrance, and tall rectangular
windows which are all representative of a Ontario Regency Cottage design. The subject
building exhibits muted classical detailing elements typical of this style, including
symmetry across all elevations and rectangular windows with flat stone arch with
keystone.
Historical/Associative Value
While 3347 Liberty Street North has associations with early Bowmanville residents,
research does not indicate that any of the subject property’s owners or tenants were
prominent in the community, nor were they associated with any theme, event, belief,
activity, or organization that was significant to the community.
Contextual Value
The ashlar fieldstone Regency Cottage displays a high degree of craftsmanship within
the local context. 3347 Liberty Street North is a well-built stone structure and has been
noted by the community as being the only stone Ontario Regency Cottage in
Bowmanville. In Bowmanville, brick appears to be the most common type of
construction material. The masonry used at 3347 Liberty Street North showcases
squared fieldstone with raised ribbon joints and demonstrates a high level of
craftsmanship and technique by the builder as each stone would have been squared by
hand. The fieldstone is arranged in a graded pattern with large stones along the
foundation which gradually change to smaller stones along the roofline and the stones
show a slight variation in colour creating an interesting visual pattern.
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Description of Heritage Attributes
3347 Liberty Street North has design value as a representative example of a residential
building constructed in the Ontario Regency Cottage architectural style. The property
contains the following heritage attributes that reflect this value:
o One-storey Ontario Regency Cottage building
o Hip roof with central peak
o Overhanging eaves with brackets
o Rectangular window openings with flat stone arch windows and keystone
o Central entrance with transom
The ashlar fieldstone Ontario Regency Cottage displays a high degree of craftsmanship
within the local context. The property contains the following heritage attributes that
reflect this value:
o One-storey Ontario Regency Cottage building
o Ashlar fieldstone construction with raised ribbon joints
o Fieldstone in a graded pattern with large stones along the foundation which
gradually change to smaller stones along the roofline
o Stones with a slight variation in colour creating an interesting visual pattern
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1598 Baseline Road West, Courtice
Statement of Significance and List of Character-Defining Features
Description
1598 Baseline Road, also known as Trull House, is located on the north side of Baseline
Road, west of Trulls Road, east of Prestonvale Road and north of Hwy 401. The
property contains a one-and-a-half storey, stone, residential building built in 1872.
Physical/Design Value
1598 Baseline Road West has design value as a representative example of a residence
constructed in the Gothic Revival architectural style. The three bay, one-and-a-half
storey, stone building includes a side gable roof, with a decorative finial in the east
gable end. The symmetrically balanced façade boasts a three-gable roof line with a high
pitch centre gable flanked by two smaller gables with equal high pitches which are
defining elements associate with Gothic Revival style. Additionally, segmentally arched
window openings with prominent keystone flanked by large stone voussoir are located
on the main level as well as within each gable opening. The tall formal entryway with a
transom and sidelights and corner quoining are additional features typical of Gothic
Revival architecture in Ontario.
1598 Baseline Road West is a well-built structure with stone masonry which displays a
high degree of craftsmanship. The use of stone, assembled in an Aberdeen bond, with
stone faces alternating between headers and stretchers is a unique feature of 1598
Baseline Road West . Specifically, the headers with the small stones stacked in groups
of three and the stretchers with the full-size stones together create a unique pattern
which is augmented by the colour contrasts and created an overall noticeable and
unique stone wall assemblage.
Historical/Associative Value
1598 Baseline Road West is directly associated with the Trull family, who were the first
settlers in the Courtice area. The land was owned by patriarch John W. Trull, who with
his wife Lydia, purchased the subject property in 1812. Lydia Trull was a prominent
figure in the area as a trained doctor serving a wide area by horseback. John and
Lydia’s oldest son, John C. Trull was the first documented child of European descent
that was born in Darlington Township.
The house was constructed by Jesse Trull who was the grandson of John W and Lydia,
and son of John C. Trull. A stone date stone on the façade reads J.T. 1872. Jesse Trull
was a prosperous farmer in Darlington and Clarke Townships, eventually owning around
400 acres of farmland. He served as the President of the Dominion Mutual Fire
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Insurance Association, as well as the President of the Ontario Provincial Grange
Institute. Jesse Trull was also involved with the yearly West Durham Agricultural Society
Exhibition, and in 1894, began the annual tradition of holding a Trull Family Picnic.
Jesse Trull died in 1912, and the property was sold out of the Trull family in 1916.
Jesse Trull relocated the Trull Family Cemetery at some point in late 19th century, likely
around 1880. The family cemetery had likely originally been located on the property of
his father, John C. Trull. Although it was severed from the subject property in 1906, it
appears to have been used into the twentieth century. The cemetery serves as the
resting place for select Trull family members, including patriarch and matriarch, John W
and Lydia Trull.
Contextual Value
1598 Baseline Road West is historically linked to its surroundings, specifically the Trull
Cemetery. The Trull Cemetery was established by Jesse Trull at some point in the 19th
century when he was the landowner. The cemetery was severed from the subject
property in 1906. The Trull family were early settler to the area and associated with the
surrounding area.
Description of Heritage Attributes
1598 Baseline Road West has design value as a representative example of a residence
constructed in the Gothic Revival architectural style. The property contains the following
heritage attribute that reflect this value:
o One-and-a-half storey Gothic Revival building
o Three gable roof line
o Decorative finial in the east gable end
o Symmetrically balanced façade
o Segmentally arched window openings with keystone flanked by large stone
voussoirs
o Formal entryway with a transom and sidelights
o Date stone with “J.T. 1872”
1598 Baseline Road West is a well-built structure with stone masonry which displays a
high degree of craftsmanship. The property contains the following heritage attribute that
reflect this value:
o Aberdeen bond style masonry and corner quoining
1598 Baseline Road West is directly associated with Jesse Trull, the grandson of the
first settler to the Courtice area who arrived in the late eighteenth century. The Trulls
had owned the property since 1812. The property contains the following heritage
attributes that reflect this value:
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o Location on Baseline Road West, an early thoroughfare through Darlington
Township
o One-and-a-half storey Gothic Revival building
o Date stone with “J.T. 1872”
1598 Baseline Road West is historically linked to its surroundings, specifically the Trull
Cemetery. The property contains the following heritage attributes that reflect this value:
o Location on Baseline Road, an early thoroughfare through Darlington Township
and proximity to Trull Cemetery
o One-and-a-half storey Gothic Revival building
o Date stone with “J.T. 1872”
Designation Proposed
Council consults with the
Heritage Committee
Council
Decision:
Proceed with
Designation?
Notice of Intention to Designate:
Designation by-law passed
Notice of Designation:
•Served on property owner
•Served on the Ontario Heritage Trust
•Right to objection
•Published in accordance with the
Ontario Heritage Act
•Served on property owner
•Served on the Ontario Heritage Trust
•Served any person who objected
•Right to appeal
•Published in accordance with the
Ontario Heritage Act
NO
YES
If NO objection within 30 days
NO
IF
Property not designated
If objection
within 30 days
Council to Reconsider
Designation of Property
Notice of Withdrawal
Appeal to Ontario Land
Tribunal (OLT) within 30
days after publishing the
Notice of Designation
OLT Hearing and Decision
Designation Process by Municipal By-Law
Council
Decision:
Designate
property
YES
If NO appeal the Designation
By-Law comes into effect
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