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1 1-4 The Probst House is one of only five remaining residences in South Bend constructed of Notre Dame brick. It is by far the largest and the most architecturally detailed of the five. The house is a Queen Anne style structure with an asymmetrical facade, a corner polygonal tower, and a steeply pitched roof. The house is notable for its Eastlake architectural details. Among them are the incised detailing on the wooden window frames, the metal string course that divides the two floors and exhibits raised knobs representing stylized sunflowers, a favorite Eastlake motif; turned porch posts, spindled porch frieze and oriental balustrade. All of the preceding features were commonly used by Eastlake. This combination of detail is not found on any other building in South Bend or St. Joseph County. Concerning the second factor: Previously cited National Register Bulletins indicate that moved properties may still be elgible for listing if the structure is "significant primarily for architectural value." This nomination rests on that premise. The Probst House was moved in 1987 from its original site at 334 North Hill Street in order to avert an imminent demolition by St. Joseph Hospital. Center City Associates initiated the move and the process was completed without harm to the structure. When the building was relocated at its present site CCA consulted David Kroll, State Historical Architect with the Indiana Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology, and followed his guidelines for the design of a new foundation. The current site is approximately 2 blocks from the original site of the building. The new site is little different in character than its original location. The rehabilitation of the house was performed in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior's Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings. In order to accomadate its current use and in compliance with ADA regulations a handicapped access ramp was added to the east facade. Despite the change in sites the Probst House remains virtually intact. It retains the majority of its original fabric and serves as an excellent example of a late 19th century Queen Anne/Eastlake style residence. It is the opinion of the HPC staff that the Probst House meets the criteria for National Register elgibility. It is the staffs recommendation that the Commission send a favorable ruling to the Mayor of South Bend and to the State Historic Preservation Office. C. Frederick HPC staff 12-14-93 •