Nomination
Document type: DC
Recorded conditions
Boundaries match borders of original development; any property built after 1916 excluded; district consists of 456 semi-detached houses, 25 rowhouses and one apartment house; classification system implemented with 'significant,' 'contributing,' and 'non-contributing' designations
- Vote tally
- unanimous
- Criteria cited
- Philadelphia Code § 14-2007(5)(a) - character, interest and value as part of development and heritage of CityPhiladelphia Code § 14-2007(5)(c) - associated with life of Stephen Girard, significant person in pastPhiladelphia Code § 14-2007(5)(d) - reflects environment in era of distinctive architectural stylesPhiladelphia Code § 14-2007(5)(e) - work of James and John Windrim, influential architectsPhiladelphia Code § 14-2007(5)(f) - elements of design, materials and craftsmanship representing significant innovationPhiladelphia Code § 14-2007(5)(g) - relates to Girard Park to be preservedPhiladelphia Code § 14-2007(5)(h) - established and familiar visual feature of neighborhood, community and CityPhiladelphia Code § 14-2007(5)(i) - area around Gentilhommiere may yield information important to pre-history or history
Votes and testimony
Votes
- Baldingeryes
- Stephanie Wolfyes
Testimony
- Albert Gambonesupport, person
- Preservation Alliancesupport, organization