Historic Districts Resurvey Phase 3

The City of Lakeland is a recipient of a Small Matching Grant from the State of Florida, Division of Historical Resources, to resurvey structures fifty (50) years old or older in the Beacon Hill, Biltmore-Cumberland, and Lake Hunter Terrace Historic Districts ("Districts"). The Beacon Hill Historic District was initially surveyed in 1991, Biltmore-Cumberland Historic District in 2004, and Lake Hunter Terrace Historic District in 2000. These districts were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1993 ( https://catalog.archives.gov/id/77843770 ), 2004 ( https://catalog.archives.gov/id/77843802 ), and 2002 ( https://catalog.archives.gov/id/77843800 ), respectively, and locally designated by City ordinance in 1994, 2004, and 2002, respectively. The Districts are not geographically contiguous and have fixed boundaries. (see interactive map here: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/80b059be845749cb99d61fa8ebe9466b/page/Page ) Buildings in these Districts have development characteristics typical of first-generation residential subdivisions in Lakeland with some later residential infill, which should be considered in this survey report. There also exists small concentrations of commercial development along collector roadways, which generally serve residences included in the survey area, as well as greater Lakeland. Architectural styles within the districts include, but are not limited to, frame and masonry vernacular, Craftsman Bungalow, Mediterranean Revival, Spanish Colonial Revival, Colonial Revival, Tudor, Queen Anne, Neoclassical, and post-WWII residences with some Mid-Century Modern buildings. The intent of this project is to reassess buildings considered contributing and noncontributing to the Districts at the time of the original surveys (1991, 2004, and 2000, respectively) due to their age, integrity, and condition. Since the original surveys were completed, some contributing buildings have undergone insensitive alteration and may no longer be of contributing status. In addition, several contributing buildings have been demolished due to either deferred maintenance, redevelopment, or from fire or storm damage. Additionally, many non-contributing buildings have reached fifty years of age or older, were restored after the original survey, or have been relocated to the district from other places, and should be assessed for historic and architectural significance. Identifying and designating historically significant properties within Lakeland is an important component of City's Community & Economic Development Department and Historic Preservation Board. This work will further the City's comprehensive planning efforts to ensure these properties are identified and protected. Without an understanding and appreciation for historic resources, the City of Lakeland would lose an integral aspect of its identity.