Back to SearchNotice of Intention to Designate – 451 Nelson Ave.
In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act and in the matter of the lands in the City of Burlington known municipally as 451 Nelson Ave.
Notice is hereby given that the City of Burlington intends to designate this property under section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Description of Property
The property at 451 Nelson Ave. contains a one- and one-half storey late-19th century residence. The property is located on the north side of Nelson Avenue near the intersection of Nelson Avenue and Elgin Street in the City of Burlington, Ontario.
Summary Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest and Heritage Attributes
The property at 451 Nelson Ave. contains a representative example of a late 19th century Ontario vernacular residence with Victorian architecture design influences. The Victoria design influences are seen in the fish scale shingles in the front gable, decorative wood trim on the gable, porch, and window and door surrounds, turned porch posts and spindle work. Based on land registry records and archival material the residence was likely built between 1894 and 1895 by Charles Coleman.
While vernacular buildings typically make use of local forms and materials, the residence also displays a high degree of craftsmanship as it contains more ornate and finely crafted wood details than would be typically found on the standard vernacular residence. The residence located at 451 Nelson Ave. shares visual, physical, and historical links to the adjacent residences at 447 Nelson Ave. and 455 Nelson Ave.
The proposed designation, including a full statement of its cultural heritage value and heritage attributes, can be viewed by contacting Legislative Services at clerks@burlington.ca to make an appointment. For more information or to request an electronic copy, please email heritage@burlington.ca.
Notice of Objection
Any person, within 30 days after the date of the publication of this notice, Aug. 11, 2025, may serve written notice of objection to the proposed designation, together with a statement for the objection and all relevant facts to the City Clerk, The Corporation of the City of Burlington, 426 Brant St., P.O. Box 5013, Burlington, Ont., L7R 3Z6.
DATED: July 10, 2025
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