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CITY OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The nomination was represented by: Kurt Garner West, 12954 61h Rd, Plymouth, IN 46563, appeared in person to speak as the author of the nomination. The public was represented by: There was no one from the public to speak in regard to this application. After due consideration the following action was taken: Upon a motion by Peter DeKever, seconded by Kathryn Hough, and UNANIMOUSLY carried by vote, the Historic Preservation Commission APPROVES the recommendation of the Harter Heights National Register Historic District Nomination. Roll was called. Commissioner Fowler: AYE Commissioner Hough: AYE Commissioner Skaggs: AYE Commissioner DeKever: AYE Commissioner Andrews: AYE Vote: 5-0. Five in favor, none opposed. Harter Heights National Register Historic District Nomination is APPROVED for recommendation. Woodward -Riverside Drive National Register Historic District (Audio Position. 00:18:00) The staff report, which is publicly available on the City of South Bend's online document portal with supporting documentation, was presented and read into record by Ross Van Overberghe, Historic Preservation Administrator. Evaluation of the Nomination: Staff have reviewed the nomination and associated materials as provided by Kurt West Garner. The application for the Woodward - Riverside Historic District in South Bend, Indiana, is applicable for Criteria A and C. Criteria A is met for association with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history. Criteria C is met for embodying the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction or represents the work of a master, or possessing high artistic values, or representing a significant and distinguishable entity whose components lack individual distinction. The Woodward -Riverside Historic District in South Bend, Indiana, is a significant example of early 20th-century suburban development along the St. Joseph River. Composed primarily of homes built between 1902 and 1926, the district qualifies under criterion C/architecture, showcasing a variety of architectural styles, with the American Foursquare being the most prevalent, accounting for nearly 40% of the homes. These two-story, hipped - roof houses often incorporate elements of Colonial Revival, Prairie Style, or Craftsman design. Other notable styles include Queen Anne, which represents about 20% of the homes, as well as Craftsman -Bungalow, Prairie, Colonial Revival, Dutch Colonial, and Tudor Revival, reflecting evolving architectural trends during this period. The district is also notable under criterion Page 13 November 17, 2025