Heritage property
2430 Dundas St W
2430 Dundas St W, Oakville, built in 1818, is designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act by Town of Oakville By-law 2009-076.
History
The history of the cemetery dates back to 1812 when Lawrence Hager, United Empire Loyalist, held the first church service in the village which subsequently led to the formation of the Methodist Church in Palermo, later the Palermo United Church. In 1818, the subject property was set aside for use as a cemetery for the church. The Palermo United Church Cemetery is the last resting place for many of Palermo’s residents including locally and regionally significant individuals such as Dr. Anson Buck.
Heritage attributes
The cemetery is characterized by a grid pattern of graves, the oldest of which face southeast away from Dundas Street West. Mature trees contribute to the site’s scenic character while vegetation along the edges of the property distinguishes the cemetery from the surrounding farm fields.
What the status means
Designated individually under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act by a Town by-law. Alterations to the heritage attributes and demolition need Town approval.
Sources
Sources
Town of Oakville
Heritage Properties (open data layer)Town of Oakville
Heritage Districts and Properties
The OakvilleIQ Brief
Heritage designations and district changes
What changes on the Town's heritage register, once a week.