Annandale
Annandale

1587 York Place

A vision for the preservation and revitalization of annandale house, a significant part of Oak Bay’s history

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Annandale

Preserving the Past, for the Future

our vision sees the preservation and revitalization of annandale house for future generations

The proposal for 1587 York Place envisions the preservation and significant heritage revitalization of the historic Annandale bungalow, while establishing new single-family infill housing options within the Municipality of Oak Bay.

History of annandale house

Part of Oak Bay's Rich History

Annandale is among the most noteworthy heritage properties in Oak Bay

Located within the Prospect Heritage Conservation Area, the historic York Place property houses one of two original matching bungalows designed by John G. Tiarks.

Established in 1897, as part of the early subdivision Tiarks developed in partnership with Francis M. Rattenbury, Annandale House remains standing at 1587 York Place today. 

Unfortunately, the second bungalow, Garrison House, was destroyed by a fire in 1932. 

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Annandale House, circa 1950’s

A Deteriorating Heritage Asset

more than 120 years old, and following decades of inadequate upkeep, the deterioration of annandale is clearly visible

Following several decades of wear and inadequate maintenance, today Annandale House is run down and in poor condition, evidenced by notable deterioration, damage and aging materials, including:

  • Significant deterioration of siding, trim and railing
    around exterior of the house and the porches
  • Inadequate foundations
  • Significant deterioration of interior surfaces
  • Leaking roof
  • Wiring and plumbing are aged deficient 
  • Asbestos throughout the house requires remediation
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A Comprehensive
Revitalization Plan

Through a heritage revitalization agreement (HRA), the proposal to revitalize annandale house includes:

  • Restoration of Annandale House to the rigorous Prospect Heritage Conservation Area (HCA) Guidelines.
  • Reorientation of the home frontage to York Place to showcase its historical front entrance and better align with current zoning setbacks.
  • Reorganize this lot and adjacent lots into a new more orderly layout including creating and refining boundaries for four lots, with diversification of housing forms and sizes.
  • The addition of two new vehicle entrances for off-street parking to align with the current municipal bylaw.
  • The establishment of a revitalized Garry oak meadow in the front gardens of the Annandale House.
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Annandale

Restoring Annandale House

The proposed restoration and revitalization of Annandale house is envisioned to include:

Improved Housing Diversity

A total proposed eight new missing middle homes, including two and three- bedroom ground-oriented townhomes along with two one- bedroom, affordable designated secondary suites. 

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Revitalized Garry Oak Meadow

A revitalized Garry oak meadow will be established, including 17 new Garry oak trees. Native shrubs and perennials will enhance biodiversity and habitat structure (shrub layer, mid-story, and canopy), while significantly increasing the future Garry oak forest canopy.

Reorienting the Home & Entrances

The addition of two entrances along york Place FOR off-street VEHICLE parking and restoration of the wall’s original gates and post caps. 

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New English Country Gardens
Comprehensive rehabilitation of an old, overrun and largely invasive habitat that has been neglected for several decades, incorporating new early 1900’s-inspired English Country-style gardens throughout the property.
Meet the Project Team

An Experienced
Project Team

The vision for annandale is the collaboration of a highly experienced team who understand and care about heritage values:

Community Planner
Mark Holland, RPP
Westplan Consulting Group

Heritage Consultant
Dr. Katie Cummer, CAHP
Cummer Heritage Consulting

Design
Rus Collins
Zebra Design

Landscape Architect
Karianne Howarth
MDI Landscape Architects

Process & Next Steps

This proposal is in the early stages, the process to move this project forward includes:

Community Feedback

A community open house is held to share early proposal concepts and information, and to gather feedback and comments from residents of the neighbourhood and Oak Bay community.

Proposal Submission

Submission of a formal application for a Heritage Revitalization Agreement (HRA), enabling the home to be saved and restored in the context of the realities of modern codes and market expectations

Review of the Application

Staff, the Heritage Commission and others will review the application and recommend refinements.

Proposal Refinements

Refinements can be made to the application in dialogue with the community and the municipality.

Council Consideration

Following the work done to refine the application, the application can be moved forward to Council for their consideration and decision.

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We welcome your thoughts and feedback on this proposal for 1587 York Place, and look forward to sharing more with you.  

Community Planner
Mark Holland, RPP
Westplan Consulting Group
T: (250) 713-9789
E: mark@westplanconsulting.ca

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