Notice of Intention to Designate – 550 Hurd Ave.

In the matter of the Ontario Heritage Act and in the matter of the lands in the City of Burlington known municipally as 550 Hurd 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 550 Hurd Ave. contains a two-storey residence fronting on Hurd Avenue. The property is located on the southwest side of Hurd Avenue, approximately halfway between Birch Avenue and Caroline Street. 

Summary Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest and Heritage Attributes 

The property at 550 Hurd Ave. demonstrates design and physical value as it is a representative example of an early 20th century Ontario vernacular residence with Edwardian style influences. Ontario vernacular buildings make use of local forms and materials and may have limited architectural influences from one style or numerous styles. Edwardian design influences of this residence include the two-storey height, hip roof, brick exterior, front porch, and simple ornamentation with classical inspiration including gable pediments and doric columns.

The property retains a high degree of integrity, especially on the east elevation. The property demonstrates contextual value as it maintains and supports the late 19th to early 20th century residential character of Hurd Avenue between Birch Avenue and Caroline Street. 

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, ON, L7R 3Z6. 

DATED: July 10, 2025