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Summary for 2212 4th AVE / Parcel ID 0696000080 / Inv #

Historic Name: Shields, Harper & Co. Common Name: Kaye-Smith Enterprises
Style: Modern Neighborhood: Belltown
Built By: Year Built: 1924
 
Significance
Although originally built in 1924, this small commercial building was completely remodeled in 1965. At that time, vertical wood cladding was added over the brick and the brick parapet was removed. It has been restored to an appearance somewhat similar to the original, but more modern. It has housed a number of businesses, most recently a recording studio.
 
Appearance

Detail for 2212 4th AVE / Parcel ID 0696000080 / Inv #

Status: No - Altered
Classication: Building District Status:
Cladding(s): Brick Foundation(s): Concrete - Poured
Roof Type(s): Flat with Parapet Roof Material(s): Unknown
Building Type: Commercial/Trade - Business Plan: Rectangular
Structural System: Braced Frame No. of Stories: one
Unit Theme(s): Entertainment/Recreation
Integrity
Changes to Plan: Intact
Changes to Windows: Extensive
Changes to Original Cladding: Moderate
Major Bibliographic References
King County Tax Assessor Records, ca. 1932-1972.

Photo collection for 2212 4th AVE / Parcel ID 0696000080 / Inv #


Photo taken Mar 18, 2007
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