Heritage property
293 Church St
293 Church St, Oakville, built in 1911, is designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act by Town of Oakville By-law 2011-062 (2011).
History
The subject house has historical value for its associations with Thomas Aston Blakelock, whose construction company built the house. Built c.1911, the house was constructed as a home for Blakelock and his family. In addition to being a prominent businessman, Thomas A. Blakelock worked for 40 years in public service as Mayor of Oakville, as a Member of the Provincial Legislature for Halton, and as Warden of Halton County. The Blakelock Brothers, Contractors and Builders Company built more than 400 buildings in Oakville, including the subject house which was one of the first houses built by the company.
Heritage attributes
The house is a representative example of a 2 ½ storey Edwardian red brick house with influences from the Queen Anne architectural style. These architectural styles are evident in the square form of the house with its hip roof, front gable and projecting bay windows. Architectural details include wood dentils and shingles in the front dormer, wood windows and doors, and stone sills.
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 2011-062Town 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.