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Summary for 519 12TH AVE / Parcel ID 8170100260 / Inv # 0

Historic Name: Common Name: Macpherson Leather Company
Style: Other - Industrial Neighborhood: International District
Built By: Year Built: 1927
 
Significance
This large two-story reinforced concrete industrial building was constructed in circa 1927 and is still in use as a light industrial manufacturing facility.

This property is within the local International Special Review District boundaries.
 
Appearance

Detail for 519 12TH AVE / Parcel ID 8170100260 / Inv # 0

Status: Yes - Hold
Classication: District District Status: LR
Cladding(s): Brick Foundation(s): Unknown
Roof Type(s): Flat with Parapet Roof Material(s): Unknown
Building Type: Industry/Processing/Extraction - Manufacturing Plan: Rectangular
Structural System: Concrete - Poured No. of Stories: two
Unit Theme(s): Ethnic Heritage, Manufacturing/Industry
Integrity
Changes to Plan: Unknown
Changes to Windows: Moderate
Changes to Original Cladding: Slight
Major Bibliographic References
King County Assessor Property Characteristics Report, database at http://www5.metrokc.gov/ --parcel locator

Photo collection for 519 12TH AVE / Parcel ID 8170100260 / Inv # 0


Photo taken Mar 15, 2007
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