852 Seymour Street Heritage Designation Approval

Summary

• Added 852 Seymour Street (the Great War Veterans' Association Hall, built 1926) to the Vancouver Heritage Register in the 'B' evaluation category and directed preparation of a by-law to designate the existing principal (west) facade as protected heritage property.
• The building is valued for its association with First World War veterans' services and for its later use (1976–1992) as the Playpen Central Nightclub, a significant venue in Vancouver's LGBTQ2S+ community history.
• It is also recognized as a fine example of Classical Interwar architecture, designed by Alfred Arthur Cox.
• Heritage designation is a condition required before a development permit can be issued for the applicant's proposed redevelopment of the site.
• No public speakers or written correspondence received.

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Documents

• Summary and Recommendation
• Report dated March 22, 2023
• Draft By-Law
• Presentation