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 Heritage
Kincardine wants to designate the Kincardine Lighthouse of historical
value - all except the modifications made to the building this year.
In committee-of-the-whole, Economic Development and Tourism Manager,
Steve Murray, said the organization is recommending that the house and
tower be designated, including the stone foundation, V-board cladding of
the house, four-over-four windows and storm windows, cedar shingle roof,
metal lantern with its gallery and eight supporting brackets under the
gallery and other exterior elements. "The designation also includes the
anchor from the shipwreck, Ann Maria," he said, "and the anchor sits in
the front yard of the lighthouse garden. The land footprint where the
stone foundation sits into the hill will also be designated and
retained."
Murray pointed out that the heritage designation does not include the
vinyl cladding and vinyl windows with aluminium framing installed in
2008, to which Heritage Kincardine objected strongly. However, if those
exterior facades were ever restored, they could be included in the
designation in the future. (next column)
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The Kincardine Lighthouse was built in 1880 and began
operation in 1881. It has become a symbol of the Municipality of
Kincardine and a popular tourist draw. It is in a unique location within
the town limits and is easily accessible from the downtown, harbour and
other heritage structures. It is also important in the larger picture of
Lake Huron maritime history. It was built by William Kay on a stone
foundation into the hillside which was the former Walker and Henry
Distillery built in the 1850s to furnish whiskey to Paddy Walker's
Tavern across the street.
"Cost to give notice of the intention to designate the property, and to
conduct a title search, is about $500," said Murray, "which will come
from Heritage Kincardine's budget."
Committee-of-the-whole directed staff to proceed with the heritage
designation. A motion will come before council at the Dec. 3 meeting.
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