16 James Street

Why it is listed

John Kennedy, a member of the founding family of Georgetown, had the home built as a prospective retirement home for him and his wife, Ann; He and his wife lived here until John's death in 1886, the home was sold to Henry Pratt Lawson, a Lumberman who leased the home to his mill workers; Representative of Gothic Revival style architecture, this type of home is known as an Ontario Cottage. A single storey house with a hip roof and center gable dormer, four-over-four windows. The front sunroom addition is modern. Very similar to 18 James Street

The Town of Halton Hills’ description, reproduced from its heritage register.

What the status means

On the register but not designated. Listing does not require a heritage permit for alterations, but an owner must give the Town 60 days' notice of an intention to demolish or remove a building or structure (Ontario Heritage Act, s. 27(9)).

Whether a specific alteration needs a heritage permit is the Town’s call; ask its heritage planning staff before starting work.