PDI searching for nominations for ‘Most Endangered Properties’ list

Is there a gorgeous old home in desperate need of restoration? Preservation Dayton, Inc., a nonprofit organization that seeks to retain the city’s history through its buildings and neighborhoods, is seeking nominations for “Dayton’s Most Endangered Properties” list. The Endangered Properties Committee provides resources and raises funds to proactively stabilize and/or obtain control of these properties to prevent them from being lost forever.

To be considered for Preservation Dayton Inc.’s Most Endangered Properties, a property should be at least 50 years old and exhibit one of the following characteristics of exceptional significance:

• be associated with individuals, groups, events or trends that have made a significant contribution to Dayton’s history.
• retain distinctive features of a type, period or method of construction; or represent exceptional work of an architect(s) or craftsmen, or possesses high architectural or artistic value.
• retain its historic integrity exhibited by its location, setting, design, materials, workmanship and association.

The organization also offers homeowners tips on researching historic houses, and the website features downloadable, self-guided walking tours through Dayton’s historic districts. Interactive maps showcase these neighborhoods, as well as notable historical markers.

Nominations for the “Most Endangered” list are due March 31. To learn more or nominate a property, visit preservationdayton.com/endangered.html.