Heritage property
2441 Neyagawa Blvd
2441 Neyagawa Blvd, Oakville, built 1815-40, is designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act by Town of Oakville By-law 2002-054 (2002).
History
Amos Biggar House. In 1815, Amos Biggar, a Loyalist, purchased this property and is believed to have built the original rectangular section of the house. The house was later enlarged, possibly by its next owner, Philip L. Box, who bought the farm in 1843. The barn to the rear of the house was built in the early 19th century. This house was associated with the former hamlet of Sixteen Hollow. William Lyon MacKenzie passed directly by this house on his famous flight from the law in 1837. This house is one of the few along Dundas Street which remains from this time. Moved to the current location from 502 Dundas Street West.
Heritage attributes
A good example of the Classic Revival style. The house consists of a 1 1/2 storey rectangular original wing with single storey additions to either side. Outstanding features include original narrow weatherboard siding, multi-paned windows with classical pediments, and a classically inspired doorway.
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
By-law 2002-054Town 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.