Please Sign the Petition
0 Comments Published by fixBuffalo on Saturday, February 05, 2005 at 3:23 PM.
I've been blogging and providing updates since October about the declining condition of the Woodlawn Row Houses. The pictures in the October archives were first taken in March, 2004. Please take a few moments to become familiar with the Woodlawn Row Houses by reviewing the posts that are in the October archive. These posts as with all blogs appear in reverse chronological order, most recent on top.
I take pictures once a month to document the declining condition of this neglected corner of Buffalo's architectural heritage. Keep in mind that these row houses were built in this part of Masten along with 20 other sets of row houses. Only three sets remain. The structure became part of Buffalo's architectural heritage when it was designated a "local landmark" in 1981. The city of Buffalo is the legal owner of this property.
The city of Buffalo twice approved permits in flagrant disregard for preservation and building code ordinances. Blue vinyl siding was approved! I've provided copies of the permits that were not supposed to have been issued. They appear in the October archives alongside the rules that were supposed to have been followed.
The neglect and desecration of this part of Buffalo's architetural heritage continues under the city's ownership. I have made repeated requests in writing and on the telephone to Mayor Masiello and Chief Building Inspector Lou Petrucci. Masten District Council Member Antoine Thompson and Council President David Franczyk are personally aware that the open rear side of this buidling exposes the structure to additional decay and poses a safety threat to neighbors because it is not properly secured.
An inspection yesterday afternoon revealed the backside of the building was still wide open.
Please take a moment to sign the petition.
This is just the first step in creating a campaign of awareness which will eventually lead to action and the future preservation of this neglected portion of Buffalo's architectural heritage.
I'm providing other information that I think is important for the future preservation of the Woodlawn Row Houses,too. This usually takes two forms. I am a strong advocate for this Masten neighborhood as evidenced by many of the posts. I would like to make other city residents aware of neighborhood developments which impact on the this neighborhood becoming a vibrant arts and education neighborhood in Masten. Secondly, I often comment and write about other sorts of "NEGLECT" which have strong policy implications for residents of the city, too.
I apprectiate the growing support many people have shown for this initiative. If you should have any questions about this please contact me.
I take pictures once a month to document the declining condition of this neglected corner of Buffalo's architectural heritage. Keep in mind that these row houses were built in this part of Masten along with 20 other sets of row houses. Only three sets remain. The structure became part of Buffalo's architectural heritage when it was designated a "local landmark" in 1981. The city of Buffalo is the legal owner of this property.
The city of Buffalo twice approved permits in flagrant disregard for preservation and building code ordinances. Blue vinyl siding was approved! I've provided copies of the permits that were not supposed to have been issued. They appear in the October archives alongside the rules that were supposed to have been followed.
The neglect and desecration of this part of Buffalo's architetural heritage continues under the city's ownership. I have made repeated requests in writing and on the telephone to Mayor Masiello and Chief Building Inspector Lou Petrucci. Masten District Council Member Antoine Thompson and Council President David Franczyk are personally aware that the open rear side of this buidling exposes the structure to additional decay and poses a safety threat to neighbors because it is not properly secured.
An inspection yesterday afternoon revealed the backside of the building was still wide open.
Please take a moment to sign the petition.
This is just the first step in creating a campaign of awareness which will eventually lead to action and the future preservation of this neglected portion of Buffalo's architectural heritage.
I'm providing other information that I think is important for the future preservation of the Woodlawn Row Houses,too. This usually takes two forms. I am a strong advocate for this Masten neighborhood as evidenced by many of the posts. I would like to make other city residents aware of neighborhood developments which impact on the this neighborhood becoming a vibrant arts and education neighborhood in Masten. Secondly, I often comment and write about other sorts of "NEGLECT" which have strong policy implications for residents of the city, too.
I apprectiate the growing support many people have shown for this initiative. If you should have any questions about this please contact me.
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