614 South Seventeenth Street (House), Louisville

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614 South Seventeenth Street lies within the Russell National District which was listed in This structure is contributing to the neighborhood in that it is consistent in size and scale to other residential structures within the neighborhood. However, this is the last remaining residential structure on the block of this type. Description: The structure, a unique and eclectic version of an Italianate style two bay, single story shotgun with what looks to be a Greek Revival addition. But upon further inspection one would believe the Greek Revival portion to have been constructed at the same time. And if it were an addition, to be a very early addition due to the match in materials and construction; i.e. matching siding, chimney style and construct, roofing material and scale.

Within the Russell District a variety of architectural period styles were utilized to distinguish individual houses. The Italianate was a frequently used style in this Historic District. Originally designed without a great deal of ornament, few significant details remain on the facades. The original roof, standing seam metal, has now been topped with an asphalt fiberglass shingle. The roof features no overhand along its gutter side and a minimal 11" overhang along the gable end in front. It is a framed structure with wood lap siding, 4" exposure. Windows originally were 2 over 2 design. Alterations consist of a simple side porch and shed off the rear south side.

History: It was found through a search of the Jefferson County Property Evaluation Administration records that the original recorded owner was John M. Barberson. Prior to this there were sell-offs of 1/4 interest in lots going back to Bland, Stewart, Coleman and Penns Subdivision of 20 acre lots the holders of the large tract of land. Although the exact date of construction for this structure is unknown due to the lack of building construction records, it probably dates from Circa Based on information gathered from city directories this structure was first occupied by Isaac Howard in Howard was employed as a laborer with the Louisville and Nashville railroads based in Louisville. 614 SOUTH SEVENTEENTH STREET (House) HABS No. (Page 2) Source: Caron's Directory of the City of Louisville.

Louisville: Caron Directory Company, Sanborn Insurance Maps. Sanborn Map Company: Pelham, New York, Jefferson County Clerk, Deed Records,

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