2467 Old Bronte Rd

History

The Wettlaufer House is as a representative example of an early 20th century Edwardian style home. Typical Edwardian architectural elements found on the subject property include its simple, classical, balanced form; it’s two-storey massing; its smooth brick façade with multiple windows; its simple 1-over-1 sash windows with plain stone lintels and simplified brick voussoirs. The residence is also considered to be a rare remaining type of building, being an early 20th century historic building from the historic Village of Palermo.

The Town of Oakville’s account, reproduced from its heritage register.

Heritage attributes

The house is associated with the development of the Village of Palermo, the oldest settlement within the present boundaries of the Town of Oakville. The Village of Palermo was settled in 1806 and predates the settlement of the villages of Oakville and Bronte by approximately 20 years. Further, the existing Edwardian structure yields information about the early 20th century development phase of the village, and about an architectural style that was popular at the time.

The Town of Oakville’s description, reproduced from its heritage register.

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.

Whether a specific alteration needs a heritage permit is the Town’s call; ask its heritage planning staff before starting work. See permits and by-laws.

Sources

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence — Town of Oakville. Licence. Register checked September 24, 2026; the Town’s record is authoritative.