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York Neighborhood Survey Results

York historic photo
Historic photo of the York Neighborhood from the sandstone ridge between Ellis and Franklin streets, circa 1902. Photo: Courtesy of Whatcom Museum, Photo Archives

National Register Historic District

The Survey Summary (PDF 896K) gives an overview of the information gathered for theYork Neighborhood as part of the 2007-2009 Preserve America Historic Resource Survey and Inventory Project. As part of the Preserve America project, the report also provides recommendation for a National Register Historic District in the Lettered Streets Neighborhood. To view the National Register District nomination, see below.

Background Data

The maps, images and graphs attached below were all created with the City's Geographic Information System (GIS) (PDF 1.17MB) using the information gathered by the consultants, volunteers, and students as part of the Historic Resource Survey. GIS allows us to assign a spatial element to data and makes it possible for information to be plotted on a map. Once the information is entered into GIS, different maps, charts and other graphics can easily be created. These maps and graphics will enable the neighborhoods to quickly view the information and analyze patterns that exist in their neighborhoods.

construction-map-thumbnail York Construction Dates (PDF 2,218K)

styles-poster-thumbnail York Architectural Styles (PDF 1,858K)

Below are a few examples of common features, elements, and styles found in all three neighborhoods. If you experience difficulties accessing these materials, please refer to our website technical support page.

building-elements  Building Elements and Character-Defining Features (PDF 2,140K)

styles-summary-thumbnail  Architectural Styles & Summary Statistics (PDF 1,009K)

architectural-terminology-thumbnail  Terminology (PDF 1,591K)

For more information on local and national registers, click here.

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