Lincoln, ON (October 20, 2022) – The Town of Lincoln is launching a Heritage Conservation District (HCD) Study of Beamsville’s King Street corridor area. The study will explore the possible heritage designation of this area under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act.
While individual property designation is successful at preserving individual properties, the Town of Lincoln is considering a Heritage Conservation District (HCD) designation for Beamsville’s King Street corridor to protect the historic character of a defined community area.
Under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act, HCD designation will allow Beamsville to identify and protect a cohesive collection of heritage resources and elements associated with the community’s history – even as change and development occur.
“Our community has a variety of rich, vibrant, and unique heritage destinations,” said Town of Lincoln Mayor Sandra Easton. “Identifying which of these require heritage designation is essential to protect our community history and the cultural heritage value. A Heritage Conservation District will ensure that future developments, renovations, and restorations in the boundary will complement the district's character.”
“The Town’s unique growth is setting the pace for our attentiveness to the potential of this area as a Heritage Conservation District,” said Michael Kirkopoulos, Chief Administrative Officer for the Town. “We understand our responsibility to preserve the heritage attributes, and our opportunity is to use a purposeful planning approach ahead of further community growth and transformation.”
Community Engagement Opportunities
- Take our survey to help us understand what is important to you and your ideas about a proposed HCD area. Alternatively, the survey can be emailed to you, or a copy can be picked up at the Town of Lincoln Municipal office. Please get in touch with mcocchiara@lincoln.ca to request a printed copy.
- Leave a comment on our interactive map with any information about a property in the proposed HCD area.
- Join us at a Public Information Centre to hear more about the proposed HCD Study, have a conversation, review display materials, and provide input. Town staff and the Heritage District Conservation Study Project Team will be available for in-person discussions.
- Wednesday, November 2, 2022
- 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Fleming Centre, 5020 Serena Drive, Beamsville, ON
The consultation process is essential to understanding what is valued and vital in Beamsville. Community Engagement will help to:
- Develop the recommended HCD boundary.
- Understand and access the study’s area’s cultural heritage value or interest.
- Gather and respond to local questions and concerns.
- Guide potential next steps towards heritage designation.
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For media inquiries:
Liliana Busnello
Manager of Corporate Communications, Town of Lincoln
Direct: 905-563-2799 ext. 230
Tel: 905-563-8205