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Division of ilistoric Preservation & Archacology402 W. Washington Street, W274* Indianapolis, M 46204-2739 Phone 317-232-1646- Fax 317-232.0693• dhpa@dnr.state.in.tu March 4, 2004 Steve J. Benczik The Troyer Group, Inc. 550 South Union Street Mishawaka, Indiana 46544 Federal Agency: Federal Highway Administration ("FHWA") Re: Improvement of the Eddy Street / LaSalle Street and Eddy Street / Colfax Street intersections Dear Mr. Benczik: Aw"ho MRtOalt►KftantON xrto aaoutotoar Pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (16 U.S.C. § 470f) and 36 C.F.R. Part 800, the staff of the Indiana State Historic Preservation Officer ("Indiana SHPO") has conducted an analysis of the materials dated February 3, 2004, and received on February 4, 2004, for the above indicated project in South Bend, Portage Township, St. Joseph County, Indiana. As you know, the East Washington Historic District was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on February 18, 1994. Based upon the information provided, we believe there may be affects on the property and have prepared the following comments in accordance with 36 C.F.R. § 800.4(d)(2): 1) We have noted the curbs and sidewalks will be shifted. Please provide clear illustrations showing the existing and proposed placement of these features in relation to the roadway and the face of the existing buildings. 2) Will any decorative features be added to the new sidewalks (i.e., brick pavers)? If so, please identify the locations on a site plan. 3) Will vegetation be removed and re -planted as a result of this project. If so, please identify the locations on a site plan. 4) During our February 11, 2004 meeting, it was mentioned that the project may include the removal of 1028 East Colfax. When the information becomes available, please inform the Indiana SHPO if this will be necessary. Please keep in mind that the property is a contributing resource within the East Washington Historic District and that its removal would be considered an adverse effect. Once the indicated information is received, the Indiana SHPO will resume identification and evaluation procedures for this project. Please keep in mind that additional information may be requested in the future. A copy of the revised 36 C.F.R. Part 800 that went into effect on January 11, 2001, may be found on the Internet at uwmachp.gov for your reference. If you have questions about our comments, please call our office at (317) 232-1646. Questions about archaeological issues should be directed to Bill Mangold. Questions about buildings or structures should be directed to Shana Kelso. Very truly yours, Jon C. Smith Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer JCS:WLM:SNK:snk cc: Robert F. Tally, Jr. P.E., Division Administrator, Federal Highway Administration emc: Todd Zeiger, Northern Regional Office, Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana Julie Schutte, Assistant Director, South Bend & St. Joseph County Historic Preservation Commission