House 9 Tenth Road

Statement of Significance

Residence, 9 Tenth Road is a representative example of Victorian Georgian style with additions to both sides of the main residence, retaining the scale and symmetry of the front view. It is part of the early and recent development in the north of town and makes a contribution to the historical townscape of York. Association with Charles Edwards is notable.

Physical Description

Single storey with a hipped roof with a separate skillion front veranda supported by square timber posts with a simple spaced vertical timber valance. A protruding gable detail signals the central entry to the symmetrical frontage with a central front door flanked by multi-paned windows. Additions both sides retain the symmetry.

History

The Rate books show that Charles (Chas) Edwards owned the property in 1896. In 1897 it is noted there was a house on the site, and is still recorded as owning the place in 1899. Charles Edwards (1850-1927) Born at Seaton Ross, he died at Hartleap. He was an active and committed community member; Councillor and one-time Mayor of York, President of the Agricultural Society, involved in Anglican Church, and owned Edwards Store that later became the York Co-op.

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Authenticity: Low/Moderate

Condition

Fair

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